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Magnetite

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Description
Locality: 
Lercheltini, Binn, Goms, Valais, Switzerland
Class: 
Crystals on Matrix
Size Range: 
Miniature (4.5-7 cm)
Size: 
5.5 × 4.6 × 2.9 cm
Description

Magnetite from alpine clefts is an exceptional rarity for entire Alps. This specimen is much more than just a sample. There is a 12 mm tall crystal in outstanding quality. The termination is razor sharp and the luster is incredible good, like mirror-finished. Crystals in this size and quality are very rare and the specimen should be high valued for locality and quality. Undamaged.

Mineral Data
What's on the rock

Magnetite

Formula: 
Fe2+Fe3+2O4
Strunz: 
4.BB.05
Crystal System: 
Isometric
Hardness: 
5.5 - 6.5
Streak: 
Black