Globular Metallic Metstibnite

Globular Metallic Metstibnite from San Jose Mine, Oruro, Dept. Oruro, Bolivia

Collection

Robert Lavinsky

Description

This is a rarely seen species in dealers stocks. Globular, metallic-lustered, battleship-gray spheres, to .2 cm across, abound on matrix. This specimen is far more appealing in person, where the luster and sheer number of spheres are evident. It is said to be among the best known specimens of the species. Ex. Kosnar Collection from their well-known Bolivian suite, built up over 40 year, ex. Dr. Eugene Meieran.

Locality

San Jose Mine, Oruro, Dept. Oruro, Bolivia

Dimensions

9.0 x 6.2 x 4.1 cm.


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