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Proustite

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Rich blocky crystals of deep burgundy-red Proustite are developed within and on top of a matrix of mixed white and colourless Calcite and Fluorite. From the richly mineralised district of J'chymov in the Kru'n' Hory Mountains (Erzgebirge) of the Czech Republic. Proustite crystals to 7 mm form linked chains across the surface and have a metallic high lustre. A rich Proustite from J'chymov.

Product details

SpeciesProustite
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions4.2 x 5.5 x 2.9 cm
Added on10/24/2024
LocalityCzech Republic, Karlovy Vary Region, Jáchymov ore district
Current owner
Unknown Owner
Acquired
Jul 2026
Price paid
$650.00
Previous owners
DateCollectorAcquisition price
—Crystal ClassicsNot disclosed

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Proustite
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ruby-silver trigonal prisms with deep crimson color and gemmy glow; photosensitive, prized for backlit cherry-red interiors and hydrothermal deposit…
Proustite
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Proustite from Jáchymov ore district
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Jáchymov ore district
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