Sphalerite Crystals on matrix - Height: 6 cm - Width: 9 cm- 0.9 kg - (3)

Sphalerite Crystals on matrix - Height: 6 cm - Width: 9 cm- 0.9 kg - (3) #1.0
Sphalerite Crystals on matrix - Height: 6 cm - Width: 9 cm- 0.9 kg - (3) #1.0
Sphalerite Crystals on matrix - Height: 6 cm - Width: 9 cm- 0.9 kg - (3) #2.1
Sphalerite Crystals on matrix - Height: 6 cm - Width: 9 cm- 0.9 kg - (3) #3.2
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Sphalerite crystals on matrix from Baia Mare, Maramureș County, Romania; weight 0.9 kg; dimensions 10 x 9 x 6.5 cm.

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Sphalerite with Pyrite and Calcite - Baia Mare, Romania

Highly aesthetic and well-crystallized cabinet specimen featuring lustrous black Sphalerite (var. Marmatite) crystals intergrown with sparkling golden Pyrite and contrasting white Calcite crystals.

The sharp crystal definition, strong metallic lustre, and excellent colour contrast between the minerals make this a very attractive piece from the famous closed mining region of Baia Mare.

- Main mineral: Sphalerite
- Associated minerals: Pyrite, Calcite
- Locality: Baia Mare mining district, Maramureș, Romania
- Dimensions: 10 x 9 x 6.5 cm
- Weight: 0.9 kg (900 g)

Natural, untreated specimen. Please refer to the photographs for the exact condition.

Sphalerite with Pyrite and Calcite - Baia Mare, Romania

Highly aesthetic and well-crystallized cabinet specimen featuring lustrous black Sphalerite (var. Marmatite) crystals intergrown with sparkling golden Pyrite and contrasting white Calcite crystals.

The sharp crystal definition, strong metallic lustre, and excellent colour contrast between the minerals make this a very attractive piece from the famous closed mining region of Baia Mare.

- Main mineral: Sphalerite
- Associated minerals: Pyrite, Calcite
- Locality: Baia Mare mining district, Maramureș, Romania
- Dimensions: 10 x 9 x 6.5 cm
- Weight: 0.9 kg (900 g)

Natural, untreated specimen. Please refer to the photographs for the exact condition.

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Number of objects
3
Main mineral
Sphalerite
Mineral form
Crystals on matrix
Weight
0.9 kg
Origin (region/city)
Baia Mare, Maramureș County, Romania
Country of origin
Romania
Height
6 cm
Width
9 cm
Depth
10 cm
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