Sphalerite
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A gorgeous gem sphalerite miniature of competition level: Sphalerite is one of the few sulfide minerals that can exhibit translucent to gemmy interiors, some so gemmy that they can be cut into gemstones. This specimen, on a matrix of galena, features 6 discrete, lustrous and translucent, bright yellow crystals of sphalerite, to 2 cm in length. Simply beautiful! Fine clusters on matrix such as this are quite uncommon, though a large amount came out overall a few years ago.
Product details
SpeciesSphalerite
SizeMiniature
Dimensions4.1 x 3.0 x 2.3 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityChina, Inner Mongolia, Huanggang Mine
Known provenance
| Date | Collector | Acquisition price |
|---|---|---|
| 08/2024 | Unknown Owner | Not disclosed |
| — | The Arkenstone | Not disclosed |
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