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Fluorite with Pyrite from Moscona Mine, Villabona District, Asturias, Spain

 
Fluorite with Pyrite from Moscona Mine, Villabona District, Asturias, Spain

Photo below under shortwave ultraviolet illumination:
Fluorite with Pyrite from Moscona Mine, Villabona District, Asturias, Spain

DESCRIPTION:No. 15068
Mineral:Fluorite with Pyrite
Locality:Moscona Mine, Villabona District, Asturias, Spain
Description:Cluster of translucent, golden fluorite crystals with partial overgrowth of sparkling pyrite micro crystals. The pyrite coating is very eye-catching. No damage. Fluoresces blue-white under UV illumination. Ex. A. Fernandez collection
Overall Size:4x3x1.5 cm
Crystals:micro to 14 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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