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3.3" Striking Yellow Sulfur Crystals on Fluorescent Aragonite - Italy
This is a 3.3" wide sulfur crystal and aragonite associaiton, collected from the Cianciana Sulfur Mines in Sicilia, Italy. The crystals have ridiculously vibrant color and is in a solid habit instead of as a powdery coating typical in sulfur deposits. Under shortwave UV, the aragonite encrusted matrix fluoresces a beautiful pink/orange color.
The base of this specimen has been cut flat for aesthetic presentation.
The base of this specimen has been cut flat for aesthetic presentation.
The chemical composition of this vibrant mineral is S8, eight sulfur atoms bonded together to form a sulfur molecule. The crystal structures are typically tabular or blocky dipyramids that form in sedimentary rock.
One note on handling: sulfur crystals can crack when exposed to rapid changes in temperature.
One note on handling: sulfur crystals can crack when exposed to rapid changes in temperature.
SPECIES
Sulfur & Aragonite
LOCATION
Cianciana Sulfur Mines, Cianciana, Agrigento Province, Sicily, Italy
SIZE
3.3 x 2.5"
CATEGORY
ITEM
#208738
