Native Silver on matrix (classic material) (ex Tom Campbell Collection)

Item Description

These specimens are some of the most easily recognizable, dramatic and highly sought after Silver specimens from the Western Hemisphere. This specimen is a great example of this well known material. It features sharp, intergrown / woven wire and octahedral crystals (some are Spinel-law twinned) associated with minor whitish Calcite on matrix. The various habits of Silver are part of what makes Batopilas such a great locality, and if you look closely, this piece is loaded with a variety of habits. These specimens are immediately distinguished from all other Silver specimens around the world for their unique form and appearance. Valued at $1,500. From the worldwide collection of Tom Campbell. Tom is a mineralogist and mineral collect who works with us here at The Arkenstone. He has over 35 years of experience in the fields of exploration geology, mining, and applied mineralogy, and has even more years under his belt as a collector! Tom has described many new species over the years, and discovered the rare phosphates Tiptopite, Fransoletite and Pahasapaite. Tom was also a co-author on the second edition of the Encylopedia of Minerals. You can see a list of Tom's published works here ( https://www.irocks.com/thomas-j-campbell-publications-list ).