Wulfenite on Mimetite. Ojuela Mine, Mapimí, Mapimí Municipality, Durango, Mexico. 10.8 x 8.3 x 5.7 cm (4.25 x 3.27 x 2.24 in... (Total: 2 Items)

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Wulfenite on Mimetite
Ojuela Mine, Mapimí, Mapimí Municipality, Durango, Mexico
10.8 x 8.3 x 5.7 cm (4.25 x 3.27 x 2.24 in)

A dramatic cabinet specimen of Wulfenite from the Ojuela Mine that bristles with sharply-terminated, lustrous, transparent, bipyramidal Wulfenite crystals, measuring to a respectable 2.1 centimeters in length; some of the largest crystals are complete with double terminations. Beds of dark green, botryoidal Mimetite are interspersed across the limonitic matrix, lending a nicely contrasting mossy backdrop to the orange Wulfenites. Each of the Wulfenite crystals show characteristic zoning at their center, transitioning to a rich butterscotch brown color. This piece comes with a custom acrylic base.

From the collection of Bruce Carter [BC1922].
Ex. Stephen Neely collection.

More Information: This piece is in excellent condition.


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