Magnetite from Empire State No. 2 Mine, Balmat, New York, USA - image 1
Photo by Laszlo Kupi Fine Mineral Photography

Magnetite from Empire State No. 2 Mine, Balmat, New York, USA

Magnetite crystal group, 24.2 cm, from the ZCA No. 4 mine, Balmat, St. Lawrence County, New York. Ex Philip Oswalt collection. Exhibited at The Perot Museum of Nature and Science; László Kupi photo.

Product details

SpeciesMagnetite
SizeLarge Cabinet
Dimensions24.2 cm
Added on03/26/2026
LocalityUSA, New York, Empire State No. 2 Mine
Publications
  • Mineralogical Record The Kevin Brown Collection page 67
Current owner
Kevin Brown
Kevin Brown
Parker, TX
Member since 2026
Previous owners
DateCollectorAcquisition price
—Philip D. OswaltNot disclosed

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