$600Median
33Sold (12 mo)
$5,000Last sale
Acanthite from San Juan de Rayas Mine, Guanajuato, Guanajuato Municipality, Guanajuato, Mexico
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Superb loose large thick lustrous metallic grouping of acanthite crystals. In super condition all around. This is basically one large crystal with a small one attached at the base. Classic locality for the species.The San Juan de Rayas Mine, established in 1550 after a muleteer named Juan Rayas discovered rich ore along a trail, sits directly on the famous Mother Vein (Veta Madre) of Guanajuato, Mexico. Geologically, the deposit is a hydrothermal vein system hosted within a rugged volcanic terrain comprising rhyolites,andesites, and ignimbrites, where precious metals precipitated alongside quartz and carbonate gangue. Historically, Rayas operated as one of the most prolific and deep colonial silver mines in the Americas, fueling the Spanish Empire and later supporting a vibrant trade in fine crystal specimens for collectors, particularly known for classic dark silver-bearing species.
Product details
SpeciesAcanthite
SizeThumbnail
Dimensions2.5 x 1.8 x 1.3 cm
Listed on10/07/2026
LocalityMexico, Guanajuato, San Juan de Rayas Mine
SKU2063073
Current owner
WM
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, stable low-temperature Ag2S; black masses with cubic crystals argentite pseudomorphs on calcite; prized for form and notable localities.Regional guide
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