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Twinned Sphalerite with Calcite (Consie Prince Coll.)
- Naica, Chihuahua, Mexico
- Small Cabinet, 8.8 x 6.9 x 3.5 cm
- Start Time: 03/18/2010 6:30:00 pm (CDT)
- End Time: 03/25/2010 6:30:00 pm (CDT)
- Auction Closed
Item Description
Splendent, jet-black, twinned, sphalerite crystals to 3.3 cm with striking, stepped-growth faces form a very showy and excellent specimen from Naica. The 1.4 cm, calcite rhomb on one end is a nifty accent. No damage, except for very modest periphery wear. Classic material often labelled as marmatite, this is a superb an dlarge example, valued highly at $500-750. Ex Consie Prince Collection.