Pyrite after Pyrrhotite with Galena, Calcite, Quartz, Dolomite
specimen number:
5003825
location:
Trepca Stari Trg Mine, Mitrovica, Kosovo
description:
Large pseudo-hexagonal twinned crystals of what were once pyrrhotite measuring to 8.0 cm across now replaced by bright lustrous golden crystals of pyrite. These are set nicely up on matrix and accented with colorless crystals of calcite and semi lustrous metallic crystals of galena. Minor quartz and dolomite are present as well. This is in super condition.
Size: 18.0 x 12.0 x 11.0 cm (large-cabinet)
Collection: Fabre Minerals
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