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Chalcopyrite and Sphalerite with Amethyst
- OH vein, Commodore Mine, Creede, Mineral County, Colorado
- Miniature, 3.8 x 3.3 x 1.3 cm
- Start Time: 08/05/2010 6:45:00 pm (CDT)
- End Time: 08/12/2010 6:45:00 pm (CDT)
- Auction Closed
Item Description
A distinctive Creede association specimen. A plate of lilac Amethyst crystals plays host to a single, sharp, rich golden color Chalocpyrite crystal measuring 6 mm. The base of the piece is covered with black Sphalerite and minor metallic reddish Hematite (var: "Specularite"). A classic association specimen from this famous Silver district in Colorado.