Acanthite
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A HUGE, lustrous, battleship-gray acanthite cube from the very famous Rayas Mine at Guanajuato, Mexico. This is an uncommonly large, very sharp and fine acanthite crystal from Guanajuato or any locality. A classic specimen for the species. And, a really impressive large single crystal as well.
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SpeciesAcanthite
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Dimensions2.1 x 1.8 x 1.7 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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