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Sphalerite (Stalactite)

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This specimen is composed of several, doubly terminated, blocky, splendent, black crystals, to 5.0 cm across, of sphalerite. The growth is reminiscent of a stalactite. Few trivial dings, only, and almost pristine. This is about the highest caliber you can find for the species at this mine with HUGE and well-formed crystals that are so black, they are almos tcolorful.

Product details

SpeciesSphalerite
SizeCabinet
Dimensions11.8 x 6.5 x 4.0 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.