Pseudocubic Wulfenite, Mimetite & Calcite (2008 find)

San Juan Poniente, Mina Ojuela, Mapimi, Durango, Mexico
Small Cabinet, 7.4 x 6.5 x 2.0 cm
Start Time: 05/01/2018 6:45:00 pm (CDT)
End Time: 05/10/2018 6:30:00 pm (CDT)
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Item Description

A rich and very showy combination plate from the singular 2008 finds at Mina Ojuela. Juicy, translucent, butterscotch-yellow pseudocubic wulfenite prism, to 7 mm, are festooned on the sculptural sturdy gossan matrix plate. Scattered translucent, apple-green mimetite botryoids and unique to the find scattered clusters of tiny lustrous calcite rhombs are fine and colorful accessories to this excellent combination. The plate has been sawed on the back, enhancing the several fine display views.

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