Sphalerite (Twinned), Dolomite
Posted by: Raymond McDougall on 07.05.2020 | Filed under:

Sphalerite (Twinned), Dolomite

 

Specimen # 200254
Mineral: Sphalerite (Twinned), Dolomite
Location: Joplin Field, Jasper Co., Missouri, USA
Size: 5.1 x 4.2 x 2.4 cm

 

Specimen # 200254
Mineral: Sphalerite (Twinned), Dolomite
Location: Joplin Field, Jasper Co., Missouri, USA
Size: 5.1 x 4.2 x 2.4 cm

Description

Detailed Description

Classic twinned sphalerite crystals perched on a bed of dolomite crystals with sharp golden chalcopyrite crystals. This is an old specimen, with an old catalogue number on the back. Under magnification, one can appreciate the multitude of parallel crystal growth patterns on each sphalerite crystal. In excellent condition, no damage.

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