Pyrargyrite
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A very well-crystallized specimen group of the silver sulfosalt Pyrargyrite from Colquechaca area in Bolivia a major silver mining area to the north of Colquechaca mining from the Spanish colonial era. Crystals of metallic grey Pyrargyrite measure to over 1 cm in an open , with some red colour still remaining here and there. An excellent cluster of Pyrargyrite crystals from the area. The specimen comes on an acrylic base.
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SpeciesPyrargyrite
SizeMiniature
Dimensions2.9 x 2.9 x 2.9 cm
Added on10/24/2024
LocalityBolivia, Potosí, Colquechaca
Known provenance
| Date | Collector | Acquisition price |
|---|---|---|
| 07/2026 | Unknown Owner | $6,000.00 |
| — | Crystal Classics | Not disclosed |
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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

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