Galena-coating-Pyrite-after-Pyrrhotite
specimen number:
9243755
location:
Herja mine, Maramures Co., Romania
description:
Thin platy crystals of what were once pyrrhotite covering the top of this matrix and replaced by crystallized pyrite, this in turn coated by small micro crystals of galena. Sphalerite and siderite present as well, this is in good condition with minimal micro-chipping present typical of these. Unique and interesting.
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