Sphalerite with Calcite
specimen number:
2022090
location:
Gordonsville Mine, Smith Co., Tennessee, USA
description: Beautiful lustrous black crystal grouping of sphalerite 4.5 cm across perched aesthetically upon an 8.5 x 5.5 x 3.0 cm quartz calcite crystal coated breccia matrix. The sphalerite is in excellent condition. On the backside the calcite shows very minor chipping as seen. Excellent example for the species. Shipping weight: 0.28 pounds. Ex Chris and Agatha Galas collection.
Size: 8.5 x 5.5 x 3.0 cm (small-cabinet)
Collection: Chris & Agatha Galas
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