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Pyromorphite

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An aesthetic cluster of skyscraper-like, apple-green pyromorphite prisms from the famous Daoping Pb-Zn Mine of China. Very common from 2000 to 2002, no more have been found. A few broken crystals below the crest of the piece are certainly not detracting. 3.5 x 2.8 x 2.0 cm

Product details

SpeciesPyromorphite
SizeMiniature
Dimensions3.5 x 2.8 x 2.0 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityChina, Guangxi, Daoping Mine

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
08/2024Unknown OwnerNot disclosed
—The ArkenstoneNot disclosed

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Pyromorphite
Mineral guide
Learn about Pyromorphite
neon apple-green to olive crystals with resinous luster, in pipe-organ clusters; prized for color, texture, and European to Chinese localities.
Pyromorphite
Regional guide
Pyromorphite from Daoping Mine, China
from Daoping Mine, China: vivid lime-green prisms, hopper terminations, and architectural clusters; a modern, sought-after source for collectors.