Pyrrhotite, Galena
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A diamond-shaped pyrrhotite crystal sticks edge-wise out of a matrix of smaller pyrrhotites, galena crystals and coated quartz crystals. The pyrrhotite measures 3 cm, and is bright and brassy. Its form is quite unusual - it IS hexagonal, but four of the sides are very long, while the other two are extremely short. 8.9 x 5.4 x 4.1cm
Product details
SpeciesGalena, Pyrrhotite
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions8.9 x 5.4 x 4.1 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityRussia, Primorsky Krai, Nikolaevskiy Mine
Known provenance
| Date | Collector | Acquisition price |
|---|---|---|
| 08/2024 | Unknown Owner | Not disclosed |
| — | The Arkenstone | Not disclosed |
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Mineral guide
Learn about Galena
metallic luster with cube and cuboctahedral crystals, often twinned; sharp cleavage reveals reflective planes, a standout sulfide for collectors.Regional guide
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