Sphalerite with Quartz and Calcite

Item Description

An attractive assosication specimen of the classic material from Huaron. These pieces were all the rage with collectors a few decades ago, and they are certainly some of the finest crystallized sulfides in the world. It's a lovely specimen with good balance and visceral appeal. Hundreds of sharp, lustrous, black tetrahedra of Sphalerite and gem prismatic colorless Quartz plus are associated with off white semi-radial aggregates of Calcite. Minor roughness in the a few spots, but mostly damage free. For a "black" mineral, this one certainly stands out, and looks better in person than the photos might indicate. A cool older display specimen that fits wonderfully in the palm of your hand.