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Bournonite and Sphalerite from Morococha District, Yauli Province, Peru

 
Bournonite and Sphalerite from Morococha District, Yauli Province, Peru

Bournonite and Sphalerite from Morococha District, Yauli Province, Peru

Bournonite and Sphalerite from Morococha District, Yauli Province, Peru

DESCRIPTION:No. 24807
Mineral:Bournonite and Sphalerite
Locality:Morococha District, Yauli Province, Peru
Description:Dark, metallic bournonite crystals up to 10 mm, many showing sixling twinning, overgrown on brown sphalerite. The sphalerite is translucent and crystallized including a large 25 mm crystal. A good specimen with only minor imperfections. Ex. Dr. Eugene E. Sensel (1911-2000) collection #BL837
Overall Size:13x8x5 cm
Crystals:3-25 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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