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Pyromorphite on Barite from Mine des Farges, Ussel, Corrèze, France

 
Pyromorphite on Barite from Mine des Farges, Ussel, Corrèze, France

Pyromorphite on Barite from Mine des Farges, Ussel, Corrèze, France

DESCRIPTION:No. 16032
Mineral:Pyromorphite on Barite
Locality:Mine des Farges, Ussel, Corrèze, France
Description:Classic specimen of olive-green pyromorphite crystals over barite matrix. The pyromorphite crystals have bright yellow terminations which may be a mimetite coating. The pyromorphite coats all sides. No damage. Acquired in 1978 from G. Hansen. Ex. Dr. Eugene E. Sensel (1911-2000) collection #BL824
Overall Size:8x5x4 cm
Crystals:1-8 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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