Sphalerite & Pyrite on Quartz

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Huansala Mine, Huanuco, Huallanca, Peru

Reference: 1648

Exceptionally combination specimen of sharp multi-faced sphalerite crystals formed on mirror bright pyrite all on a bed of quartz crystals. A Peruvian dealer was selling this and similar specimens at St. Marie-aux-mines show 2019 and I couldn't resist!

Formulas: Pyrite FeS₂; Sphalerite ZnS

Status: Sold

Dimensions: 70x60x22mm

Size: Small Cabinet (S)