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Rhodochrosite on Quartz with Pyrite from Huaron Mines, Cerro de Pasco Province, Peru

 
Rhodochrosite on Quartz with Pyrite from Huaron Mines, Cerro de Pasco Province, Peru

DESCRIPTION:No. 9691
Mineral:Rhodochrosite on Quartz with Pyrite
Locality:Huaron Mines, Cerro de Pasco Province, Peru
Description:Pink overgrowth of rhodochrosite on the tips of clear quartz crystals. Minor pyrite micro crystals scattered throughout.
Overall Size:5.5x4x2 cm
Crystals:2-5 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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