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Arsenopyrite, Pyrite

Name: Arsenopyrite, Pyrite
SKU: 32583-PT
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32583-PT Category: _Archives –specimens pending sale or deletion

Concepcion Del Oro, Zacatecas

Mexico

Dimensions: 7.1x6.2x3.5 cm

Largest crystal size: 6 mm

Price: CA

This specimen showcases a dazzling cluster of brilliant, brassy arsenopyrite crystals exhibiting monoclinic prismatic form. The pyrite matrix contains irregular blebs of sphalerite here and there. This a great old-timer from a well-known arsenopyrite locality that has produced some of the best crystals of this mineral reflecting classic Mexican material from the 1970s in very good condition. Dr. Tarassoff purchased this specimen from the Montreal Gem and Mineral show in 1979.

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This specimen comes from the collection of Dr. Peter Tarassoff, a prominent figure in mineralogy, particularly known for his work at Mont Saint-Hilaire (MSH). His diligent collecting and examination efforts have led him to be the first to identify at least 35 species and discover 12 new species, not only at MSH but also at other alkaline localities. Dubbed the "Dean" of Mont Saint-Hilaire collectors, Peter was honoured with the naming of the new species petarasite in 1980. He has authored or co-authored numerous mineralogical articles and has been a member of the Mineralogical Association of Canada since 1964 and the Mineralogical Society of America for over 30 years. Additionally, Peter has volunteered at the Redpath Museum for the past 21 years. In recognition of his significant contributions to mineralogy, Peter was awarded the 2017 Pinch Medal by the Mineralogical Association of Canada.

Peter's dedication to systematic collecting, curating his collection, and maintaining an archive of detailed historical and scientific information has greatly benefited the mineral sciences community both in Canada and globally. All specimens from this collection come with the original P. Tarassoff collection label.

Note: All prices are in Canadian dollars (CAD). International customers are charged in CAD, exchange rate is calculated automatically by your bank/paypal upon checkout.

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