Rhodochrosite with Pyrite and Quartz

210 x 150 x 89 mm overall
with 10 mm Rhodochrosite crystals

A fine, old, large cabinet specimen of pinkish-tan rhombs of Rhodochrosite to 1 cm in size with numerous intergrown Pyrite crystals to over 2 cm in size. Several clear Quartz crystals are also present. Sphalerite(?) provides dark accents, and an unknown black minerals partly coats some Rhodochrosite rhombs, helping create a nice three-dimension presentation. This fine old specimen dates to probably around 1900. Purchased for my own personal collection in 1978. No damage.

ex. Bob Griffis collection

ex. J.G. Dixon collection
ex. Mareher collection (through dealer Chuck Jordan c. 1940s)