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Rhodochrosite and Pyrite from Oppu Mine, Aomori Prefecture, Honshu, Japan

 
Rhodochrosite and Pyrite from Oppu Mine, Aomori Prefecture, Honshu, Japan

Rhodochrosite and Pyrite from Oppu Mine, Aomori Prefecture, Honshu, Japan

DESCRIPTION:No. 15657
Mineral:Rhodochrosite and Pyrite
Locality:Oppu Mine, Aomori Prefecture, Honshu, Japan
Description:Layered formation of pink mammilary rhodochrosite over brassy pyrite. The base mineral appears to be black sphalerite. Excellent old-time specimen with good pink color. Ex. Ito Collection
Overall Size:11x5x5 cm
Crystals:2-3 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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