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Chalcopyrite, Sphalerite, Quartz from Groundhog Mine, Central District, Grant County, New Mexico

 
Chalcopyrite, Sphalerite, Quartz from Groundhog Mine, Central District, Grant County, New Mexico

Chalcopyrite, Sphalerite, Quartz from Groundhog Mine, Central District, Grant County, New Mexico

DESCRIPTION:No. 24725
Mineral:Chalcopyrite, Sphalerite, Quartz
Locality:Groundhog Mine, Central District, Grant County, New Mexico
Description:Brass-colored crystals of chalcopyrite up to 15 mm on matrix covered with black sphalerite crystals up to 4 mm. No damage. Sensel acquired the specimen in 1989. Ex. Dr. Eugene E. Sensel (1911-2000) collection #R588
Overall Size:10x8x3 cm
Crystals:1-15 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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