Galena and Pyrite. Peru. 17.9 x 14.1 x 6.4 cm (7.05 x 5.55 x 2.52 in). ...

Description

Galena and Pyrite
Peru
17.9 x 14.1 x 6.4 cm (7.05 x 5.55 x 2.52 in)

Just about every inch of this specimen's top side is covered in highly metallic and very well-formed crystals of Galena and Pyrite. The Galena has a very pronounced cuboctahedral shape with crystals reaching to 3.6 centimeters across and having a steely grey hue; while most of the crystal faces are completely smooth, a small handful are accented with shallow but very geometric texturing. Nearly comparable in size, the Pyrite is a brassy yellow hue that offers stark contrast to the Galena, has a complex structure, and is covered in deep striations.

From the collection of Daniel "Dan" R. Kennedy.

More Information: This piece is in excellent condition.


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