Sphalerite, Dolomite, Chalcopyrite
Unknown Owner
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A STRIKING and SUPERB, old-time, Tri-State specimen of a large, lustrous and striated, 5.2 cm, black sphalerite crystal nicely perched on light-pink dolomite rhombs, which are thinly to thickly sprinkled with small sphalerite and iridescent, chalcopyrite crystals. This fine old-timer from Oklahoma is from the old dealer stock of Dr. Gary Hansen and hasn"t been shown since the the early 1980s! A small contact on the back of the large sphalerite crystal is totally out of sight. 7.5 x 5.5 x 5.5 cm
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SpeciesSphalerite, Chalcopyrite, Dolomite
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions7.5 x 5.5 x 5.5 cm
Added on10/23/2024
Known provenance
| Date | Collector | Acquisition price |
|---|---|---|
| 08/2024 | Unknown Owner | Not disclosed |
| — | The Arkenstone | Not disclosed |
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diverse colors from honey to black, gemmy, diamond-like luster, and localities worldwide; a collector favorite for dramatic crystals and color.Regional guide
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