Sphalerite

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Sphalerite

Hydralic Shaft area, Smallcleugh Mine, Nenthead, Cumbria, England

Reference: 469

Double sided sphalerite specimen on a thin, slightly curved rib of limestone matrix. On each side there is a rich scattering of bright sphalerite crystals set off by the matt grey colour of the matrix. Fine display piece using either side. Collected in the 1980's

Formula: ZnS

Status: Sold

Dimensions: 110x80x20mm

Size: Large Cabinet (L)