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Tetrahedrite Pyrite & Quartz

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Tetrahedrite Pyrite & Quartz

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Description
Locality: 
Casapalca Mine, Huarochiri Province, Lima Department, Peru
Class: 
Crystals on Matrix
Size Range: 
Cabinet (10-18 cm)
Size: 
12 × 8.9 × 5.5 cm
Description

This is an out-standing sample of tetrahedrite - the crystals are in exceptional dimension, their termination is razor-sharp, the faces show amazing texture and all of them show mirror-like luster. The contrast to water-clear, sparkling tiny quartz crystals is really amazing, minor pyrite is also present. The assemble is very sculptural and looks great in various positions. No significant damages tzo report.

Mineral Data
What's on the rock

Tetrahedrite

Formula: 
Cu6[Cu4(Fe,Zn)2]Sb4S13
Strunz: 
2.GB.05
Hardness: 
3.5 - 4.0

Pyrite

Formula: 
FeS2
Strunz: 
2.EB.05a
Crystal System: 
Isometric
Hardness: 
6.0 - 6.5

Quartz

Formula: 
SiO2
Strunz: 
4.DA.05
Crystal System: 
Trigonal
Hardness: 
7.0
Streak: 
White