AllMinerals/JohnBetts-FineMinerals > Online Mineral Museum Photographic Archive > Minerals from Pennsylvania > Chalcopyrite |
DESCRIPTION: | No. 20290 |
Mineral: | Chalcopyrite |
Locality: | Jones Mine, Caernarvon Township, Berks County, Pennsylvania |
Description: | Tetrahedral crystals of brassy chalcopyrite overgrown with microcrystals of a tan-colored mineral (ankerite? Dolomite?). The crystal form of the chalcopyrite is distinctly visible. Green malachite is scattered throughout in crevices. A classic. Ex. Robert C. Linck (1905-1970) |
Overall Size: | 10x6x3.5 cm |
Crystals: | micro to 5 mm |
Archived: | For reference only |
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