Iridescent Hematite, Bacino stope, Rio Mine, Rio, Livorno Province, Tuscany, Italy - Italy, Tuscany

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

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ColorsGrey
SizeSmall
Dimensions5.2 x 3.3 x 2.9 cm
Species
Description
A nice naturally iridescent hematite from the famous Rio Mine in Italy. This piece has excellent iridescence that is dominated by a metallic green.
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Arvada, Colorado, USA

Unknown previous owners

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