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Enargite and Pyrite from Leonard Mine No. 1, Butte Mining District, Summit Valley, Silver Bow County, Montana

 
Enargite and Pyrite from Leonard Mine No. 1, Butte Mining District, Summit Valley, Silver Bow County, Montana

Enargite and Pyrite from Leonard Mine No. 1, Butte Mining District, Summit Valley, Silver Bow County, Montana

DESCRIPTION:No. 33678
Mineral:Enargite and Pyrite
Locality:Leonard Mine No. 1, Butte Mining District, Summit Valley, Silver Bow County, Montana
Description:Shallow cavity in metallic pyrite matrix lined with prismatic gray metallic enargite crystals. The enargite crystals have a dull luster and striated crystal surfaces. The crystals deep in the cavity are undamaged. Ex. John A. Rorer, Jr. collection #081; A gift from the Anaconda Co. in October 1955
Overall Size:4.5x3.5x2 cm
Crystals:3-12 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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