Pyrite, Chalcopyrite, Sphalerite, Quartz
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An old-time, superb, mounded combination piece from the famous Groundhog Mine at Vanadium, New Mexico. This rich sulfide specimen is densely covered with mirror-bright, brass-yellow pyrite cubes, chalcopyrite, chalcopyrite-coated, twinned sphalerite crystals and a scattering of porcupine-like, water-clear quartz needles. Ex. Stoudt Collection and according to their catalogue, this piece dates to circa 1956. They purchased this specimen from Don Moore's Pebble Pups rock shop in Las Cruces in 2001.
Product details
SpeciesQuartz, Chalcopyrite, Sphalerite, Pyrite
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions7.7 x 5.8 x 3.5 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityUSA, New Mexico, Vanadium
Known provenance
| Date | Collector | Acquisition price |
|---|---|---|
| 08/2024 | Unknown Owner | Not disclosed |
| — | The Arkenstone | Not disclosed |
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