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Chalcopyrite with Siderite – Kaiwu Mine, Hezhang, Guizhou, China
Chalcopyrite with Siderite – Kaiwu Mine, Hezhang, Guizhou, China
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This is one of my favourite metallic mineral specimens in inventory. An attractive chalcopyrite and siderite specimen from the Kaiwu Mine, Hezhang County, Guizhou, China, featuring abundant brassy-gold metallic chalcopyrite crystals in a dense, highly lustrous cluster.
The specimen shows numerous well-developed chalcopyrite crystals with sharp angular forms and strongly reflective metallic surfaces. Siderite is associated throughout the specimen, creating a classic sulfide-carbonate mineral association. The rich golden coloration, complex crystal growth and strong metallic luster make this a visually striking display specimen.
Minerals: Chalcopyrite, Siderite
Locality: Kaiwu Mine, Hezhang County, Guizhou, China
Crystal System: Tetragonal (Chalcopyrite); Trigonal (Siderite)
Mineral Class: Sulfide, Carbonate
Provenance: Ex Mike Christofolakos; The Aesthetics Underground
Dimensions: 7.5 × 4 × 4 cm
