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Boulangerite with Calcite
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Felt like acicular metallic crystallized boulangerite very rich across the front of matrix with sphalerite and crystallized calcite. A good example for the species.
Trepca, located in northern Kosovo near Mitrovica, is one of the most famous mining districts in Europe, with a rich history dating back to Roman times and extensive commercial exploitation by Saxon miners in the Middle Ages. Geologically, the deposit is situated within the Vardar tectonic zone and consists of complex skarn and hydrothermal replacement ore bodies formed by Tertiary magmatic activity interacting with carbonate rocks and schist. Mineralogically, the site is globally celebrated for producing exceptional specimens of sulfides and sulfosalts including galena, sphalerite, and arsenopyrite, alongside a vast array of diverse secondary minerals, making it a legendary locality for both economic geology and mineral collecting.
Product details
SpeciesCalcite, Boulangerite
SizeLarge Cabinet
Dimensions17.5 x 10.0 x 6.0 cm
Listed on08/14/2026
LocalityKosovo, Mitrovica District, Trepča complex
SKU2312620
Current owner
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diverse shapes, colors, and optical quirks; widely available yet scarce elite pieces from Elmwood and Charcas drive collecting value and display.Regional guide
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