Marcasite, Pyrrhotite, Sphalerite
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A fine, old-time pseudomorph and combination specimen from a classic and famous locality - Kisbanya or the Herja Mine of Romania. Rust-brown marcasite pseudomorphs jackstraw-layered, tabular pyrrhotite crystals, which rest in a matrix of lustrous, black sphalerite. This fine old pseudomorph is from the Mullane Collection and comes with an Anton Berger label, well-known Austrian mineral dealers from the 1920s-1950s.
Product details
SpeciesSphalerite, Marcasite, Pyrrhotite
SizeMiniature
Dimensions4.2 x 3.5 x 2.2 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityRomania, Maramureș County, Herja Mine
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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