AllMinerals/JohnBetts-FineMinerals > Online Mineral Museum Photographic Archive > Minerals from Peru > Bournonite and Sphalerite |
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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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