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Small specimen from the schist zones of the Zederhaus valley in Austria. On matrix white Calcite crystals have formed and nicely placed in the middle, you can see a spherical Pyrite (about 1,3 cm). Minor Rock Crystals are also present. Found in spring 2026!
| Shipping Weight | 0,1 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 3,9 × 2,9 × 2,8 cm |
| Specimen Type | Mineral Specimen |
| Special Characteristics | On Matrix |
| Locality | Znottergraben, Zederhaus, Austria |
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| Mineral Species | Calcite |
|---|---|
| Formula | CaCO₃ |
| Crystal System | Trigonal |
| Family | Carbonate |
| Hardness | 3 |
| Mineral Species | Pyrite |
|---|---|
| Formula | FeS₂ |
| Crystal System | Cubic |
| Family | Sulfide |
| Hardness | 6.5 |
| Mineral Species | Quartz |
|---|---|
| Formula | SiO₂ |
| Crystal System | Trigonal |
| Family | Silicate |
| Hardness | 7 |
| Mineral Species | Rock Crystal |
|---|---|
| Formula | — |
| Crystal System | — |
| Family | — |
| Hardness | — |
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