Sphalerite with Calcite, Pyrite after Pyrrhotite - image 1
Sphalerite with Calcite, Pyrite after Pyrrhotite - image 2
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Sphalerite with Calcite, Pyrite after Pyrrhotite

Unknown Owner
Large lustrous twinned crystals of sphalerite measuring to 2.7 cm in size across the top of matrix and hosting colorless lustrous crystals of calcite and small platy crystals of pyrite replacing former pyrrhotite crystals. This is in good condition.

Product details

Species
Calcite, Sphalerite, Pyrrhotite, PyriteAbout Calcite →
SizeCabinet
Dimensions12.0 x 9.0 x 4.5 cm
Added on10/19/2025
Locality
Mexico, Chihuahua, Naica

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
02/2026Unknown Owner$320.00
—Weinrich MineralsNot disclosed

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Calcite
Mineral guide
Learn about Calcite
diverse shapes, colors, and optical quirks; widely available yet scarce elite pieces from Elmwood and Charcas drive collecting value and display.
Regional guide
Calcite from Naica
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