Chalcocite
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Cornwall chalcocite, mined in the heyday of the mid to late 1800s, still sets a high standard for the species that is seldom matched. These crystals are sharp discs, to 1.3 cm in size (half-inch). Ex Ed David collection, purchased from Herb Obodda in 2001.
Product details
SpeciesChalcocite
SizeMiniature
Dimensions3.6 x 2.7 x 1.5 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityUK, England, Levant Mine
Known provenance
| Date | Collector | Acquisition price |
|---|---|---|
| 08/2024 | Unknown Owner | Not disclosed |
| — | The Arkenstone | Not disclosed |
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dark steel-gray crystals with bright metallic luster and dramatic twinning; rare, well-formed specimens attract collectors and highlight sites.Regional guide
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