Sphalerite on Dolomite (classic combo)

Picher Field, Tri-State District, Ottawa Co., Oklahoma
Small Cabinet, 6.4 x 4.6 x 4.0 cm
Start Time: 09/20/2013 6:30:00 pm (CDT)
End Time: 09/26/2013 6:35:10 pm (CDT)
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Item Description

A classic and very aesthetic, old-time combination piece from the famous Tri-State District of Oklahoma. A sharp, 3.2 cm, doubly terminated, blocky, lustrous sphalerite is dramatically set on the undulating matrix of pastel-pink, saddle-shaped dolomite rhombs. Smaller sphalerites and a rich dusting of tiny, brassy, chalcopyrite sphenoids are a super accent. There's chert on the back side, too. Pristine, very choice material from the historic Picher Field.

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