Anhydrite, Magnetite, Sphalerite

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Anhydrite with magnetite and sphalerite, 8.5 cm, from the ZCA #4 mine. This specimen is representative of typical anhydrite from the cubic magnetite find, the previous significant anhydrite discovery at Balmat. Ex Ken Hollmann collection. New York State Museum specimen. Photo: Chris Stefano.

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SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions8.5 cm
Added on02/13/2026
Publications
  • Mineralogical Record 56 1 page 24
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DateCollectorAcquisition price
—Ken HollmannNot disclosed

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Anhydrite
Mineral guide
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water-free CaSO4 crystals with orthorhombic cleavage, blue to lilac hues; prized for sharp forms, angelite color, and rare, unaltered specimens.
Anhydrite
Regional guide
Anhydrite from Empire State No. 2 Mine
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Empire State No. 2 Mine
Empire State No. 2 Mine - classic Balmat zinc locality in St. Lawrence County, NY, famed for sphalerite-rich ore and a historic scientific pedigree.