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Pyrargyrite

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2.6 x 1.7 x 1.5 cm (largest). A fine 2-piece set of classic, "ruby silver" sulfosalt, pyrargyrite thumbnails from the famous Rayas Mine at Guanajuato and Consie Prince dealer stock. The larger cluster consists of large, sharp, metallic, moderate-lustre pyrargyrite crystals in a stair-step growth. The second piece is an aesthetic "Y" of highly lustrous crystals with multiple, facet-like faces.

Product details

SizeMiniature
Dimensions2.6 x 1.7 x 1.5 cm
Added on10/23/2024

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
08/2024Unknown OwnerNot disclosed
The ArkenstoneNot disclosed

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Pyrargyrite
Mineral guide
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ruby-silver with deep red color in transmitted light, dark reflective surface, and sharp trigonal prisms on matrix; scarce, highly collectible.
Regional guide
Pyrargyrite from San Juan de Rayas Mine
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