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Pyrite on Barite from Frizington, West Cumberland Iron Mining District, Cumbria, England

 
Pyrite on Barite from Frizington, West Cumberland Iron Mining District, Cumbria, England

Pyrite on Barite from Frizington, West Cumberland Iron Mining District, Cumbria, England

Pyrite on Barite from Frizington, West Cumberland Iron Mining District, Cumbria, England

DESCRIPTION:No. 23857
Mineral:Pyrite on Barite
Locality:Frizington, West Cumberland Iron Mining District, Cumbria, England
Description:Bladed white barite crystals up to 5 cm completely coated with brassy pyrite crystals up to 4 mm and pink calcite crystals. The pyrite has microcrystalline surfaces. A good specimen with only minor imperfections. Ex. John Durkos collection #124
Overall Size:9x8x6 cm
Crystals:1-50 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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