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Tennantite

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Tennantite, 4.2 cm, from the 900 level of the Balmat #3 mine. Collected in 1982 by Vernon Phillips. Ex Steve Chamberlain collection. New York State Museum specimen; Chris Stefano photo.

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SpeciesTennantite
SizeMiniature
Dimensions4.2 cm
Added on02/13/2026
LocalityUSA, New York, Balmat
Publications
  • Mineralogical Record 56 1 page 64
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Vernon Phillips

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DateCollectorAcquisition price
—Steve C. ChamberlainNot disclosed

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Tennantite
Mineral guide
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sharp tetrahedral crystals with gunmetal luster, prized by collectors for classic localities, rarity, and display-worthy specimens.
Tennantite
Regional guide
Tennantite from Balmat
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Locality guide
Balmat
Balmat, USA: renowned zinc locality in the Adirondack Lowlands, yielding magnetite, sphalerite, calcite, and rare manganese minerals prized by collectors.