Tennantite from Lengenbach Quarry, Binn, Switzerland - image 1
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Tennantite from Lengenbach Quarry, Binn, Switzerland

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A metallic mostly complete crystal of tennantite, the zinc rich variety, measuring to 0.6 cm in size on a white marble and dolomite matrix. At one time the species was described as binnite. This antique example comes with an old label as shown at the end of the video, this dates the specimen to the very early 20th century.

Product details

SpeciesTennantite
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions6.0 x 4.5 x 3.0 cm
Added on02/26/2026
Current owner
Unknown Owner
Acquired
May 2026
Price paid
$300.00
Previous owners
DateCollectorAcquisition price
—Weinrich MineralsNot 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 Lengenbach Quarry
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Locality guide
Lengenbach Quarry
Lengenbach Quarry, Switzerland — renowned type locality in white dolomite, hosting arsenic-rich sulfosalts and micromounts of realgar, pyrite, and sphalerite.