Tennantite with Chalcopyrite on Quartz

LOCATION:

Cobre Mine, El Cobre, Mun. de Concepcion del Oro, Zacatecas, Mexico

DESCRIPTION:

This classic specimen host numerous shiny-black, sharp crystals of Tennantite on a large blade of Barite pseudomorphed by small white Quartz crystals. Tennantite crystals to 15 mm are scattered on one side, and crystals to 10 mm heavily cover the reverse side. Minor Chalcopyrite provides a nice contrast. This fine old specimen dates to about the mid 1960s, when this collection was assembled. No damage.

SIZE: 113 x 73 x 28 mm overall (Large Cabinet)
         with up to 15 mm Tennantite crystals

COLLECTION: ex. Paul Edwards collection.