Large Tetrahedrite Crystal in Quartz

Large Tetrahedrite Crystal in Quartz from Casapalca Mine, Casapalca, Huarochiri Province, Lima Department, Peru

Collection

Robert Lavinsky

Description

An exceptional specimen from old finds in Peru, probably in the 1980's, which features huge Tetrahedrite crystals to several inches on size in combination with aesthetic Quartz crystals. The specimen is in very good shape, nearly pristine and complete most of the way around the back even. Ex. Francis Allegra collection.

Locality

Casapalca Mine, Casapalca, Huarochiri Province, Lima Department, Peru

Dimensions

10.3 x 9.8 x 7.7 cm.


Close