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Sphalerite on bi-colored Fluorite
- Sub-Rosiclare level, Denton Mine, Hardin Co., Illinois
- Small Cabinet, 7.9 x 5.8 x 4.8 cm
- Start Time: 03/22/2013 6:30:00 pm (CDT)
- End Time: 03/28/2013 6:30:00 pm (CDT)
- Auction Closed
Item Description
Glistening, rubyjack sphalerite crystals rest on a bi-colored fluorite cube with a prominent fortification face. The highly lustrous, transparent to translucent fluorite has the classic amber core surrounded by rich purple. Periphery wear and modest side wear are noted, but this remains a very showy and highly representative combination specimen from the well-known Denton Mine. Modest purple fluorescence.