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Silver, Bornite, Covellite

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There is so much going on with this super-rich specimen from the classic Zacatecas mines. The iridescent blue color is covellite (copper sulfide), and the darker stuff is bornite (copper iron sulfide). But on this same specimen, you see both massive and crystallized silver, here and there in the form of fine wires. This old-time specimen is ample demonstration as to why the Zacatecas mines were so productive and valuable.

Product details

SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions7.5 x 6.4 x 4.5 cm
Added on10/23/2024

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
08/2024Unknown OwnerNot disclosed
The ArkenstoneNot disclosed

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Silver
Mineral guide
Learn about Silver
native silver with wire, leaf, and dendritic forms, bright luster and patina; prized for rare isometric crystals and iconic localities in collections.
Regional guide
Silver from Sombrerete
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