Mimetite

Reference: 765

Dry Gill is famous for its red 'campylite' a variety of mimetite with curved faces.  However in the 1980's a dig found red mimetite on one tip in the Mexico mine area of Roughton Gill.  The specimens showed the same curved faces as Dry Gill mine but all had a semi-matt luster and occasionally displayed a yellow spot at the end of the crystal. Interesting specimen.

Formula: Pb₅(AsO₄)₃Cl

Status: Sold

Dimensions: 75x70x22mm

Size: Small Cabinet (S)