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Pyromorphite

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This is a large, dramatic matrix specimen with crystals to 9mm, from THE classic US pyro locality from the late-1800s until the discovery of more pyros in Idaho only in the 1980s. And still, these are unique, different, and highly desired among collectors. The mines are inaccessible and specimens like this, of such size, are now few and far between on the market - obviously, they come up only when old and complete colections are recycled to the hobby.

Product details

SpeciesPyromorphite
SizeCabinet
Dimensions10.8 x 6.5 x 4.8 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityUSA, Pennsylvania, Wheatley Mines

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
08/2024Unknown OwnerNot disclosed
—The ArkenstoneNot disclosed

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Pyromorphite
Mineral guide
Learn about Pyromorphite
neon apple-green to olive crystals with resinous luster, in pipe-organ clusters; prized for color, texture, and European to Chinese localities.
Pyromorphite
Regional guide
Pyromorphite from Wheatley Mines, USA
Wheatley Mines pyromorphite - classic eastern U.S. locality with grass-green crystals on iron-stained matrix; sharp hexagonal barrels and collector appeal.