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| DESCRIPTION: | No. 45086 |
| Mineral: | Sphalerite with Quartz |
| Locality: | Naica District, Saucillo, Chihuahua, Mexico |
| Description: | Crystallized mass of black sphalerite crystals up to 5 mm across with a few white quartz crystals up to 15 mm long. The sphalerite crystals have satin-like surface luster caused by parallel microscopic faces and are fully crystallized on all surfaces. Ex. Steve Chamberlain collection #6927; originally acquired in 1986 |
| Overall Size: | 7.5x7x3.5 cm |
| Crystals: | 0.5-15.0 mm |
| Archived: | For reference only |
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