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| DESCRIPTION: | No. 44631 |
| Mineral: | Sphalerite |
| Locality: | Tri-State Lead-Zinc Mining District, near Joplin, Jasper County, Missouri |
| Description: | Exceptionally translucent red sphalerite crystals up to 12 mm across with minor gray dolomite crystals on the bottom. The sphalerite crystals are complex form with brilliantly lustrous surfaces. Ex. Chas. W. Velte Jr. (1914-1987) collection #28 |
| Overall Size: | 6x4.5x4 cm |
| Crystals: | 1-12 mm |
| Archived: | For reference only |
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