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Sphalerite with Gypsum on Pyrite from Naica District, Saucillo, Chihuahua, Mexico

 
Sphalerite with Gypsum on Pyrite from Naica District, Saucillo, Chihuahua, Mexico

Sphalerite with Gypsum on Pyrite from Naica District, Saucillo, Chihuahua, Mexico

DESCRIPTION:No. 40843
Mineral:Sphalerite with Gypsum on Pyrite
Locality:Naica District, Saucillo, Chihuahua, Mexico
Description:Well crystallized black sphalerite crystals up to 18 mm across exhibiting complex, repeated Spinel law twinning. Transparent gypsum crystals of overgrown on the sphalerite in some areas. Yellow metallic pyrite matrix is visible along one edge. Ex. Steve Chamberlain collection #5786; acquired in 1983
Overall Size:8.5x7x3 cm
Crystals:1-18 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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