Hematite - 'Kidney Ore'

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Florence Mine, Egremont, Cumbria, England

Reference: 587

Attractive well formed kidney ore displaying numerous 'eyes' and concentric layers of hematite. A little specular hematite on the underside. Specimens of this quality are difficult to obtain now Florence mine is closed. Bought From the then mine manager F. Johnson in August 1974. Bloch collection No. 369.

Formula: Fe₂O₃

Status: Sold

Dimensions: 70x50x18mm

Size: Small Cabinet (S)