| AllMinerals/JohnBetts-FineMinerals > Online Mineral Museum Photographic Archive > Minerals from Peru > Orpiment |
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| DESCRIPTION: | No. 15848 |
| Mineral: | Orpiment |
| Locality: | La Liberada Mine, Quiruvilca District, Santiago de Chuco Province, Peru |
| Description: | Sparkling cluster of translucent orange orpiment crystals with minor matrix. The high reflectivity and dense crystal coverage make this specimen hard to photograph. It must be seen in person to be appreciated. |
| Overall Size: | 5x4x4 cm |
| Crystals: | 5-20 mm |
| Archived: | For reference only |
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