Sphalerite from Elmwood Mine, Tennessee, USA - image 1
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Sphalerite from Elmwood Mine, Tennessee, USA

Mesmerizing gemmy red Sphalerite twin crystal with perfect lustre and interesting striation, on calcite coated matrix from the Elmwood Mine.

Product details

SpeciesSphaleriteCalcite
SizeMiniature
Dimensions4.0 x 2.7 x 2.2 cm
Added on06/14/2025
LocalityUSA, Tennessee, Elmwood Mine
Current owner
Laszlo Kupi Fine Mineral Photography
Laszlo Kupi Fine Mineral Photography
Budapest, Hungary
Acquired
Jun 2025
Member since 2025

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Sphalerite
Mineral guide
Learn about Sphalerite
a spectrum of colors and crystal forms, resinous to adamantine luster, gemmy on matrix; prized by collectors for iconic localities and displays.
Sphalerite
Regional guide
Sphalerite from Elmwood Mine, Tennessee, USA
from Elmwood Mine, Tennessee — lustrous, dark reddish-brown crystals with ruby-fire edges; iconic Elmwood pockets with calcite, fluorite, baryte.
Locality guide
Elmwood Mine
Elmwood Mine, USA - premier Tennessee locality renowned for dark sphalerite, purple fluorite, amber calcite, and white barite, prized by collectors.