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Arsenopyrite from Panasqueira Mine, Barroca Grande, 21 km. west of Fundao, Castelo Branco, Portugal

 
Arsenopyrite from Panasqueira Mine, Barroca Grande, 21 km. west of Fundao, Castelo Branco, Portugal

DESCRIPTION:No. 30362
Mineral:Arsenopyrite
Locality:Panasqueira Mine, Barroca Grande, 21 km. west of Fundao, Castelo Branco, Portugal
Description:Large crystals of bright metallic arsenopyrite in subparallel groupings with minor milky quartz on the base. The arsenopyrite crystals have excellent surface luster (making it hard to photograph). A classic specimen from a now-closed mine.
Overall Size:7x4x3.5 cm
Crystals:1-3 cm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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