Sphalerite Crystals on matrix - Height: 5 cm - Width: 9 cm- 1 kg - (2)

Sphalerite Crystals on matrix - Height: 5 cm - Width: 9 cm- 1 kg - (2) #1.0
Sphalerite Crystals on matrix - Height: 5 cm - Width: 9 cm- 1 kg - (2) #1.0
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Two Sphalerite crystals on matrix with Calcite from Baia Mare, Maramureș, Romania; total weight about 1 kg; dimensions approx. 9 × 8 × 5 cm.

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Sphalerite with Calcite - Baia Mare, Romania

Striking aesthetic specimen showcasing a prominent, highly lustrous black Sphalerite crystal framed by sharply defined, translucent white Calcite crystals.

The strong contrast between the deep metallic black sphalerite and the crisp white calcite creates a dramatic visual appeal. A solid, compact 1 kg cabinet piece from the famous closed mining district of Baia Mare.

- Main mineral: Sphalerite
- Associated mineral: Calcite
- Locality: Baia Mare mining district, Maramureș, Romania
- Dimensions: 9x8x approx. 5 cm
- Weight: 1 kg

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

Sphalerite with Calcite - Baia Mare, Romania

Striking aesthetic specimen showcasing a prominent, highly lustrous black Sphalerite crystal framed by sharply defined, translucent white Calcite crystals.

The strong contrast between the deep metallic black sphalerite and the crisp white calcite creates a dramatic visual appeal. A solid, compact 1 kg cabinet piece from the famous closed mining district of Baia Mare.

- Main mineral: Sphalerite
- Associated mineral: Calcite
- Locality: Baia Mare mining district, Maramureș, Romania
- Dimensions: 9x8x approx. 5 cm
- Weight: 1 kg

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

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Number of objects
2
Main mineral
Sphalerite
Mineral form
Crystals on matrix
Weight
1 kg
Origin (region/city)
Baia Mare, Maramureș County
Country of origin
Romania
Height
5 cm
Width
9 cm
Depth
8 cm
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