GEM SPHALERITE ON QUARTZ. ...

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GEM SPHALERITE ON QUARTZ
Kangjiawan Pb-Zn-Ag-Au deposit, Shuikoushan Ore Field, Changning Co., Hengyang Prefecture, Hunan Province, China
As prevalent as Sphalerite is in the Zinc ore bodies of the world, it is surprisingly rare as specimens displaying decent crystallization and transparency, not to mention; freedom from major damage. The relatively light coloration of these Sphalerites is indicative of a low temperature formation: a condition rarely seen in specimens of this mineral. The deep golden-orange, complex crystals are nestled in amongst a small forest of colorless, glassy Quartz prisms. The largest Sphalerite crystal is 1 1/8 inches across. Rounded crystals of a dark metallic mineral, presumably Galena, complete the ensemble. The Sphalerites are sharp, gemmy in pristine condition. Overall specimen measurements are 6 x 4 1/2 x 1 7/8 inches and there is a custom labeled base.

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