Acanthite (circa 2004 finds)

Item Description

A 3-dimensional, intergrown cluster of un-etched and etched acanthite octahedrons from the major finds in the mid-2000s. The sharp, un-etched octos, to 1.5 cm, have nice metallic luster, while the etched octos have a matte finish. A showy, rich and highly representative example of the species and locale. Supplies have dried up and there is not much around today. Valued at $400.