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Sphalerite

Unknown Owner
A nice sized specimen of sphalerite, chalcopyrite, and a few crystals of manganoan calcite. Sulfide specimens from this mines are surprisingly hard to find since the mine shut approximately 35 years ago. A great ore specimen from this famous Colorado gold mine. Ex. Mel Bersch Benjy Kuehling, 1975

Product details

Species
SphaleriteAbout Sphalerite →
SizeCabinet
Dimensions11.1 x 10.0 x 6.7 cm
Added on11/06/2024
Locality
USA, Colorado, Camp Bird Mine

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
02/2026Unknown OwnerNot disclosed
—DanZ RockshopNot disclosed

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Sphalerite
Mineral guide
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diverse colors from honey to black, gemmy, diamond-like luster, and localities worldwide; a collector favorite for dramatic crystals and color.
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Sphalerite from Camp Bird Mine
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