Sphalerite (large ''Ruby Jack'' crystal group)

Item Description

The Elmwood Mine is only known for producing a handful of species, but the best pieces are among the finest in the world for what they are. Here we have a wonderful hefty, large cabinet specimen featuring beautifully crystallized lustrous, semi-metallic, compound crystals of deep reddish-brown Sphalerite sitting on a thin layer of matrix. A beautiful crystallized "mountain" of the well-known "Ruby Jack" from Elmwood. Great condition all the way around, with no major damage. It is a great display Sphalerite specimen from this world famous locality. Priced at $2,500 in the inventory. From the collection of Richard A. Kosnar (1946-2007), one of the greatest mineral dealers and collectors of his day and the namesake for the phosphate species Kosnarite. PLEASE NOTE: This specimen is fairly heavy, it weighs 2,515 grams (over 5.5 pounds), and will require and additional shipping charge. If you have any questions about shipping rates, please inquire prior to bidding.