Iridescent Foliated Covellite Vein
Collection
Robert Lavinsky
Description
The spectacular, iridescent, magenta and neon-blue color and luster give this vein of foliated Covellite crystals sandwiched between matrix an other-worldly appearance. The largest crystal measures 4.0 cm across. Outstanding, very uncommon, two-sided material from Serbia. This covellite specimen compares favorably with the best from Butte, Montana or Summitville, Colorado. Ex. Tarnowski Collection.
Locality
Tilva Mika deposit, Bor Mine, Bor, Bor-Majdanpek District, Serbia
Dimensions
6.5 x 3.7 x 1.8 cm.
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