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Acanthite

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A historic, old-time acanthite specimen from Joachimstal, Erzgebirge, Czech Republic. A solid, 3-dimensional, algae-like matte of greenish-gray acanthite coats matrix. Most of the acanthite is massive, but some areas have subhedral crystals. A few areas have sharply euhedral crystals, which define the species. Classic, very RICH, old-time silver ore from a historic locality. Ex. George Elling Collection.

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SpeciesAcanthite
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions6.5 x 5.5 x 1.7 cm
Added on10/23/2024

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
08/2024Unknown OwnerNot disclosed
The ArkenstoneNot disclosed

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Mineral guide
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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
Acanthite from Jáchymov ore district
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    Acanthite - Jáchymov ore district, Karlovy Vary Region, Czech Republic