Cubanite

Chibougamau, Nord-du-Quebec, Quebec, Canada
Thumbnail, 1.4 x 1.2 x 1.1 cm
Start Time: 07/21/2016 6:45:00 pm (CDT)
End Time: 07/28/2016 6:45:00 pm (CDT)
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Item Description

Rarely does one find a good quality matrix specimen of Cubanite from the most classic locale at the Henderson No. 2 Mine. This thumbnail specimen features a few well-formed, sharp, brassy metallic crystals of Cubanite sitting Calcite. The largest crystal measures 5 mm. The main crystal is in good shape, though the piece contacted in the back. This locality has produced the world's FINEST Cubanite specimens, and pieces are few and far between on the market.

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