Fluorapatite with Quartz, Siderite, Marcasite

No, this is not cuprite! - EarthWonders Newsletter #7

specimen
Details
ColorsGrey
Origin
Panasqueira Mines, Beira Baixa, Portugal
SizeSmall
Dimensions6.0 x 5.0 x 4.0 cm
Description
Glassy partly gemmy beautiful purple crystals of fluorapatite to 1.8 cm in height set nicely on a crystallized quartz matrix. Siderite present as well. This is in terrific condition, the quality extremely high. Small crystals of marcasite scattered throughout also.
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Unknown previous owners

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