Mineral: Melanterite
Locality: Fenice Capanne Mine, Massa Marittima, Grosseto Province, Tuscany, Italy
Dimensions: 20 x 18,5 cm

Description: A back-light composite crystal. This is the most difficult sulphate to preserve. Self-collected 12 years ago and displayed in a transparent polycarbonate box.

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