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Acanthite with Calcite

Unknown Owner
Sharp metallic semi lustrous crystals of acanthite measuring to 0.5 cm in size throughout this crystallized calcite matrix. This is in excellent condition. The specimen comes with a previous collection label, this label notes that at one time the specimen pass through the hands of famous Mexican mineral collector Miguel Romero. The specimen dates to the 1970s.

Product details

Species
Calcite, AcanthiteAbout Calcite →
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions6.0 x 6.0 x 4.0 cm
Added on01/07/2025
Locality
Mexico, Guanajuato, San Juan de Rayas Mine

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
05/2026Unknown Owner$2,500.00
—Weinrich MineralsNot disclosed

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