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Acanthite from San Juan de Rayas Mine, Guanajuato, Mexico

 
Acanthite from San Juan de Rayas Mine, Guanajuato, Mexico

DESCRIPTION:No. 56408
Mineral:Acanthite
Locality:San Juan de Rayas Mine, Guanajuato, Mexico
Description:Metallic pseudo-cubic acanthite crystals to 3 mm in parallel formation. The outer surfaces of the acanthite crystals have a gray alteration or coating, though some areas show bright metallic luster. Ex. E. Carmichael collection
Overall Size:9x6x5 mm
Crystals:1-3 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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