Calcite with Pyrite, Quartz - image 1
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Calcite with Pyrite, Quartz

Unknown Owner
Sharp rhombohedral crystals of calcite measuring to almost 4.0 cm in size on a crystallized pyrite matrix with gemmy colorless crystals of quartz. Sphalerite is present as well. This is in good condition. Brightly fluorescent under longwave ultraviolet light.

Product details

Species
Quartz, Calcite, PyriteAbout Quartz →
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions6.0 x 6.0 x 4.0 cm
Added on03/30/2025
Locality
Mexico, Chihuahua, Naica

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
04/2025Unknown Owner$270.00
—Weinrich MineralsNot disclosed

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