Sphalerite (ex Tom Gressman Collection)

Item Description

It is a real treat to see such a fine matrix Sphalerite specimen from this locality. This quarry is best known for its distinctive golden scalenohedral Calcite specimens, but Sphalerites are few and far between, especially in attractive display specimens such as this. The piece features a wonderful, sharp, lustrous, black crystal cluster of Sphalerite aesthetically sitting on matrix. The piece comes from the collection of the Associate Publisher of the Mineralogical Record, and noted thumbnail collector, Tom Gressman. It is not a thumbnail, but Tom bought it with the hope that it could easily be trimmed down to create a superb competition-quality thumbnail at some point. The piece is just as impressive as a large miniature / small cabinet, and is one of the best specimens in this size range that I have had to offer.