Covellite on Pyrite Matrix

Covellite on Pyrite Matrix from East Colusa Mine, Butte, Butte District, Silver Bow Co., Montana

Collection

Robert Lavinsky

Description

Classic, old-time Butte Covellite. Shimmering, iridescent, peacock-purple Covellite blades on starkly contrasting Pyrite matrix make for a superb, two-sided specimen from the East Colusa Mine. Ex. Jaime Bird Collection.

Locality

East Colusa Mine, Butte, Butte District, Silver Bow Co., Montana

Dimensions

3.4 x 2.7 x 1.6 cm.


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