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Pyromorphite

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Two generations of lustrous, light and dark green pyromorphite barrels to 3 mm richly cover two sides of the sculptural, sturdy gossan matrix on this very rich, old-time specimen from the historic Wheatley Mine. The mine was started in 1851 and closed in the 1860s during the Civil War. Truly old-time material. This is a very rich and highly representative example of the species and locale. Ex. Wes Parker Collection.

Product details

SpeciesPyromorphite
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions7.7 x 5.0 x 3.1 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.