Sphalerite from Denton Mine, Harris Creek Mining Sub-District, Hardin County, Illinois, USA - image 1
Sphalerite from Denton Mine, Harris Creek Mining Sub-District, Hardin County, Illinois, USA - image 2

Sphalerite from Denton Mine, Harris Creek Mining Sub-District, Hardin County, Illinois, USA

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Brilliant lustrous sharp large twinned crystals of sphalerite to 1.6 cm in size in a cluster with crystallized fluorite, calcite, and golden chalcopyrite. This piece dates to the 1980s. In very good condition.

Product details

SpeciesSphaleriteFluoriteChalcopyriteCalcite
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions8.5 x 6.0 x 3.5 cm
Added on02/03/2026
LocalityUSA, Illinois, Denton Mine
Current owner
Unknown Owner
Acquired
Oct 2026
Previous owners
DateCollectorAcquisition price
—Weinrich MineralsNot disclosed

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a spectrum of colors and crystal forms, resinous to adamantine luster, gemmy on matrix; prized by collectors for iconic localities and displays.
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Sphalerite from Denton Mine
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Denton Mine
A collector's guide to Denton Mine, USA: its geology, mining history and notable minerals, illustrated with the 573 specimens documented from this locality on EarthWonders.