Acanthite
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A fine, scepter-like specimen of stacked, highly lustrous acanthite crystals from recent finds at the Rayas Mine at Guanajuato, Mexico. Most of the crystals are cubes, except for the two larger crystals at the top, which are highly modified.
Product details
SpeciesAcanthite
SizeMiniature
Dimensions3.2 x 0.8 x 0.5 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityMexico, Guanajuato, San Juan de Rayas Mine
Known provenance
| Date | Collector | Acquisition price |
|---|---|---|
| 08/2024 | Unknown Owner | Not disclosed |
| — | The Arkenstone | Not disclosed |
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, stable low-temperature Ag2S; black masses with cubic crystals argentite pseudomorphs on calcite; prized for form and notable localities.Regional guide
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