Sphalerite

Item Description

I remember that these were some of the first Sphalerites to come out of China a little over 10 years ago, and the color is amazing. This specimen feature several sharp, lustrous, translucent/gemmy, RICH red-orange color modified crystal groups of Sphalerite on matrix. The entire cluster of Sphalerite measures 3.5 cm long. When these crystals are backlit, the color they exhibit is really eye-catching and truly doesn't look quite like Sphalerite from any other mine in the world. This is beautiful material, especially considering it's a sulfide that passes light! There aren't many localities producing gem quality Sphalerite these days, and these specimens from Shizhuyuan are becoming more and more difficult to find. Enjoy.