Pseudohexagonal Chalcocite Crystals
Pseudohexagonal Chalcocite Crystals from Geevor Mine, No. 9 Pig Lode, St. Just, Cornwall, England
Collection John Betts - Fine Minerals
Description Pseudohexagonal crystals of black Chalcocite with secondary faces around the edges of the termination. The hexagonal appearance is due to twinning of monoclinic crystals. The largest crystal is doubly terminated. No damage. Ex. W. Severance collection #90.42; ex. Paul Lowe.
Locality Geevor Mine, No. 9 Pig Lode, St. Just, Cornwall, England
Dimensions 12 x 12 x 9 mm.
Specimen Grade C
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