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Pyrite, Silver, Quartz

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An old-time, unusual and showy pseudomorph from the famed Felsobanya (Baia Sprie) mines of Romania of metallic-bright pyrite after silver crystals richly and 3-dimensionally covering quartz matrix. This is a rare pseudo from this famous and soon to close locality. Accompanied by an old Schortmann's label. Ex. George Elling Collection.

Product details

SizeMiniature
Dimensions4.8 x 2.8 x 2.6 cm
Added on10/23/2024

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
08/2024Unknown OwnerNot disclosed
The ArkenstoneNot disclosed

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Silver
Mineral guide
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native silver with wire, leaf, and dendritic forms, bright luster and patina; prized for rare isometric crystals and iconic localities in collections.
Regional guide
Silver from Baia Sprie
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