Sphalerite Crystals on matrix - Height: 5 cm - Width: 10 cm- 1.1 kg - (1)

Sphalerite Crystals on matrix - Height: 5 cm - Width: 10 cm- 1.1 kg - (1) #1.0
Sphalerite Crystals on matrix - Height: 5 cm - Width: 10 cm- 1.1 kg - (1) #1.0
Sphalerite Crystals on matrix - Height: 5 cm - Width: 10 cm- 1.1 kg - (1) #2.1
Sphalerite Crystals on matrix - Height: 5 cm - Width: 10 cm- 1.1 kg - (1) #3.2
Sphalerite Crystals on matrix - Height: 5 cm - Width: 10 cm- 1.1 kg - (1) #4.3
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Sphalerite crystals on matrix with Pyrite from Baia Mare, Maramureș, Romania; weight 1.1 kg and dimensions 10 x 7 x 5 cm.

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Sphalerite with Pyrite - Baia Mare, Romania

Impressive dual-sided mineral specimen featuring large, highly lustrous black Sphalerite (var. Marmatite) crystals on one side, and a dense, brilliant layer of sparkling golden Pyrite covering the reverse.

The sharp crystal structure and dramatic contrast between the deep jet-black sphalerite and the intense golden metallic pyrite carpet give this piece outstanding visual appeal from all sides. A solid 1.1 kg specimen from the historic, closed mining district of Baia Mare.

- Main mineral: Sphalerite
- Associated minerals: Pyrite, Chalcopyrite
- Locality: Baia Mare mining district, Maramureș, Romania
- Dimensions: 10x7x approx. 5 cm
- Weight: 1.1 kg

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

Sphalerite with Pyrite - Baia Mare, Romania

Impressive dual-sided mineral specimen featuring large, highly lustrous black Sphalerite (var. Marmatite) crystals on one side, and a dense, brilliant layer of sparkling golden Pyrite covering the reverse.

The sharp crystal structure and dramatic contrast between the deep jet-black sphalerite and the intense golden metallic pyrite carpet give this piece outstanding visual appeal from all sides. A solid 1.1 kg specimen from the historic, closed mining district of Baia Mare.

- Main mineral: Sphalerite
- Associated minerals: Pyrite, Chalcopyrite
- Locality: Baia Mare mining district, Maramureș, Romania
- Dimensions: 10x7x approx. 5 cm
- Weight: 1.1 kg

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

Details

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