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Cordierite and Chalcopyrite

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Exceptional pair of large Cordierite crystals, with Chalcopyrite, from this metamorphosed Cu-Zn mine in Ontario. The Cordierites have a good, almost waxy, luster, and are actually glassy in the interior. One of the crystals is terminated, and both are set within metallic, iridescent, massive Chalcopyrite. Crystals this large (6 cm), and this well-defined, are quite unusual.

Product details

SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions8.7 x 8.7 x 5.7 cm
Added on10/23/2024

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
08/2024Unknown OwnerNot disclosed
The ArkenstoneNot disclosed

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Chalcopyrite
Mineral guide
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brassy-gold, metallic crystals with disphenoid forms and rainbow tarnish; prized for luster, contrast, and localities like Dalnegorsk.
Regional guide
Chalcopyrite from Thunder Bay District
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