Acanthite

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Tasmania, Australia
0 for sale·Member since 2026

Silver is plentiful at Kongsberg mines, but for some reason Acanthite is rare (or very scarce). To find an Acanthite as spectacular as this piece is unheard of.

Product details

SizeMiniature
Dimensions4.3 x 2.9 x 2.6 cm
Added on06/29/2026

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
Stephen EglintonNot disclosed
My reaction on being offered this specimen was simply WOW! Proudly placed in my collection.

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Mineral guide
Learn about Acanthite
, stable low-temperature Ag2S; black masses with cubic crystals argentite pseudomorphs on calcite; prized for form and notable localities.
Regional guide
Acanthite from Kongsberg Silver Mining District, Kongsberg, Buskerud, Norway.
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