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Wurtzite

Ex. Dr. G. JUNG, Ex. Rolf Gruber
Classic Locality

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Description
Locality: 
Lengenbach Quarry, Binntal, Valais, Switzerland
Class: 
Crystals on Matrix
Size Range: 
Thumbnail (1-3cm)
Size: 
2.1 × 2.5 × 1.8 cm
Description

Fine specimen richly decorated with countless deep red wurtzite crystals high in contrast on typical light matrix. Very richly covered specimen. In association with lots of golden pyrite crystals. Wurtzite is not very common here.

Comes with an additional label as shown which comes from the collection of the professional mineral collector Rolf Gruber (Switzerland).

Important note: All specimens in this auction are from the renowned collection of Dr. Gerhard JUNG (Hagendorf specialist, after whom the mineral Jungite was named). Dr. Jung was very meticulous regarding the provenance of his pieces.

Mineral Data
What's on the rock

Wurtzite

Formula: 
(Zn,Fe)S
Strunz: 
2.CB.45
Hardness: 
3.5 - 4.0
Streak: 
Brown
Type Locality: 
San José Mine, Oruro City, Cercado Province, Oruro Department, Bolivia

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Money back guarantee is valid until 14 days after receiving the payment. The refund will be initiated immediately upon receiving the minerals back. Due to the return time, there may be a delay in the refund.