Arsenopyrite - Yaogangxian Mine, Hunan, China
Stunning! Centerfold-worthy crystals of Arsenopyrite - an Iron Arsenic Sulfide - along with crystals of basic Quartz, on matrix, from the renowned Yaogangxian (YGX) mine in Hunan Province, China. The masterclass Arsenopyrite crystal, just right of center, measures 18mm along the leading edge, and shows wonderfully complex intergrowth of distinct faces. Please remember - Arsenopyrite is the primary ore of elemental Arsenic. This is not a specimen that you would want to handle frequently. Keep it out of prolonged direct sunlight and keep it out of prolonged high-humidity display locations. Arsenopyrite can and will decompose under these conditions. Under normal display conditions (glass display cabinets with interior lighting), there are no issues. You will be proud to have this one in your collection!
Stunning! Centerfold-worthy crystals of Arsenopyrite - an Iron Arsenic Sulfide - along with crystals of basic Quartz, on matrix, from the renowned Yaogangxian (YGX) mine in Hunan Province, China.
The masterclass Arsenopyrite crystal, just right of center, measures 18mm along the leading edge, and shows wonderfully complex intergrowth of distinct faces.
Please remember - Arsenopyrite is the primary ore of elemental Arsenic. This is not a specimen that you would want to handle frequently. Keep it out of prolonged direct sunlight and keep it out of prolonged high-humidity display locations. Arsenopyrite can and will decompose under these conditions.
Under normal display conditions (glass display cabinets with interior lighting), there are no issues. You will be proud to have this one in your collection!
| Title | Arsenopyrite - Yaogangxian Mine, Hunan, China |
|---|---|
| Brand | NearEarthExploration |
| Category | Minerals |
| SKU | 7ECvY0K |
| Condition | new |
