Sphalerite from Brownley Hill Mine, Nenthead, Alston Moor, England, UK - image 1
Sphalerite from Brownley Hill Mine, Nenthead, Alston Moor, England, UK - image 2

Sphalerite from Brownley Hill Mine, Nenthead, Alston Moor, England, UK

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Lustrous black crystals of sphalerite averaging 0.3 cm in size throughout this brecciated matrix with ankerite. In good condition.

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SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions9.0 x 6.0 x 5.0 cm
Added on08/25/2025
Current owner
Unknown Owner
Acquired
Sep 2025
Price paid
$60.00
Previous owners
DateCollectorAcquisition price
—Weinrich MineralsNot disclosed

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Sphalerite
Mineral guide
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a spectrum of colors and crystal forms, resinous to adamantine luster, gemmy on matrix; prized by collectors for iconic localities and displays.
Sphalerite
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Sphalerite from Brownley Hill Mine
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Brownley Hill Mine
Brownley Hill Mine, UK - a classic Northern Pennine locality yielding sphalerite, galena, fluorite, baryte, and rare alstonite and brianyoungite.