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Sphalerite

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An excellent cluster of highly lustrous Sphalerite with classic ruby-jack (red flashes) highlights from the Elmwood Mine. Many of the crystals exceed 1 cm in size. The uniformity and brilliant luster, deep color, and overall crystal quality make this highly aesthetic. Ex. Charlie Key stock.

Product details

SpeciesSphalerite
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions10.0 x 6.4 x 3.7 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityUSA, Tennessee, Elmwood Mine

Known provenance

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

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Sphalerite
Mineral guide
Learn about Sphalerite
diverse colors from honey to black, gemmy, diamond-like luster, and localities worldwide; a collector favorite for dramatic crystals and color.
Sphalerite
Regional guide
Sphalerite from Elmwood Mine, Tennessee, USA
from Elmwood Mine, Tennessee — lustrous, dark reddish-brown crystals with ruby-fire edges; iconic Elmwood pockets with calcite, fluorite, baryte.