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Pyrite over Sphalerite with Calcite from Naica District, Saucillo, Chihuahua, Mexico

 
Pyrite over Sphalerite with Calcite from Naica District, Saucillo, Chihuahua, Mexico

Pyrite over Sphalerite with Calcite from Naica District, Saucillo, Chihuahua, Mexico

DESCRIPTION:No. 39250
Mineral:Pyrite over Sphalerite with Calcite
Locality:Naica District, Saucillo, Chihuahua, Mexico
Description:Showy specimen of sparkling yellow metallic pyrite crystals up to 3 mm overgrown on a parallel grouping of lustrous black sphalerite crystals up to 15 mm with rosettes of white calcite crystals on the end. Beautiful specimen - must be seen in person.
Overall Size:6x4x3 cm
Crystals:1-15 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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