Pyromorphite – Bright Yellow Crystal - Height: 7 cm - Width: 5 cm- 96 g - (1)

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Pyromorphite – Bright Yellow crystal specimen from the Broken Hill mining district, New South Wales, Australia, consisting of crystal aggregates on a dark matrix, weighing 96 g and measuring 7 × 5 × 3 cm, with Galena and sphalerite listed as supplementary minerals in the historical documentation.

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Description from the seller

An attractive historical mineral specimen from the renowned Broken Hill mining district of New South Wales, Australia.

The specimen is richly covered with bright lemon-yellow crystals arranged in dense clusters and radiating aggregates. Their vivid colour is set off by a contrasting dark matrix, creating a striking and highly decorative appearance.

Numerous small, well-defined crystal faces give the surface a sparkling, three-dimensional texture, while the varied aggregate forms add visual depth and interest. The combination of intense yellow colour, intricate crystal habit, and dark contrast makes this an appealing addition to a collection of classic Australian minerals.

The specimen comes from an older mineral collection and retains its original collector’s documentation, identifying it as pyromorphite from Broken Hill. This historical provenance adds context and collector interest, while the identification remains based on the accompanying records and visual characteristics. No laboratory analysis has been performed to confirm the mineral species or the reported supplementary minerals.

Condition

Good overall condition for a historical mineral specimen.

The specimen retains extensive crystal coverage, strong natural colour, and well-preserved aggregate formations. Minor edge wear and small imperfections may be present, consistent with the delicate crystals and age of the specimen.

No obvious repairs or restoration are visible in the photographs.

Please examine all photographs carefully, as they form an important part of the description.

The specimen will be carefully packed to help protect its delicate crystal formations during shipping.


An attractive historical mineral specimen from the renowned Broken Hill mining district of New South Wales, Australia.

The specimen is richly covered with bright lemon-yellow crystals arranged in dense clusters and radiating aggregates. Their vivid colour is set off by a contrasting dark matrix, creating a striking and highly decorative appearance.

Numerous small, well-defined crystal faces give the surface a sparkling, three-dimensional texture, while the varied aggregate forms add visual depth and interest. The combination of intense yellow colour, intricate crystal habit, and dark contrast makes this an appealing addition to a collection of classic Australian minerals.

The specimen comes from an older mineral collection and retains its original collector’s documentation, identifying it as pyromorphite from Broken Hill. This historical provenance adds context and collector interest, while the identification remains based on the accompanying records and visual characteristics. No laboratory analysis has been performed to confirm the mineral species or the reported supplementary minerals.

Condition

Good overall condition for a historical mineral specimen.

The specimen retains extensive crystal coverage, strong natural colour, and well-preserved aggregate formations. Minor edge wear and small imperfections may be present, consistent with the delicate crystals and age of the specimen.

No obvious repairs or restoration are visible in the photographs.

Please examine all photographs carefully, as they form an important part of the description.

The specimen will be carefully packed to help protect its delicate crystal formations during shipping.


Details

Number of objects
1
Main mineral
Pyromorphite – Bright Yellow
Mineral form
Crystal
Supplement
Galena and sphalerite, according to the historical collector’s documentation; not independently
Weight
96 g
Country of origin
Australia
Height
7 cm
Width
5 cm
Depth
3 cm
DenmarkVerified
19
Objects sold
100%
Private

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