Marcasite
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This is an unusual specimen, a "ball" of marcasite. It is complete all around except for the contacted back and bottom. Old material, too - I have seen but a few turn up in collections from the 1960s and 1970s. Ex. Harold Urish Collection.
Product details
SpeciesMarcasite
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions6.3 x 5.6 x 4.9 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityMexico, Zacatecas, Sombrerete
Known provenance
| Date | Collector | Acquisition price |
|---|---|---|
| 08/2024 | Unknown Owner | Not disclosed |
| — | The Arkenstone | Not disclosed |
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orthorhombic dimorph of pyrite with cockscomb blade clusters, metallic luster and iridescent tarnish; prized for sculptural form yet requires caref…Regional guide
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