Natural Sphalerite | Golden-Orange | Round/Large
SKU:
160TB
$3,490.00
$3,490.00
per item
This is a natural large Sphalerite gemstone, with a lovely round cut. This gemstone is loop clean, with an excellent cut, excellent polish, and gorgeous hues of golden-orange.
This stunning gemstone has incredible fire –
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Weight: 13.64 carats
Size: 14.2 mm diameter, depth of 8.7 mm
This stunning gemstone has incredible fire –
Check out the video below!
Weight: 13.64 carats
Size: 14.2 mm diameter, depth of 8.7 mm
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Video available in HD - 720 p
About Sphalerite
Sphalerite is a zinc sulfide mineral with a chemical composition of (Zn,Fe)S. Minable desposits of Sphalerite are found where hydrothermal activity brings hot, acidic, zinc-bearing fluids in contact with carbonate rocks. Here, sphalerite is deposited in veins, fractures, and cavities.
The name "sphalerite" comes from the Greek word "sphaleros" which means deceiving, alluding to the ease with which the dark, opaque varieties of Sphalerite are mistaken for galena (a lead ore). Names for sphalerite used in the past include "zinc blende," "blackjack," "steel jack," and "rosin jack."
Folklore & Healing
- Sphalerite is a mineral of strength, vitality and grounding
- It is used to balance the higher chakras with the lower chakra energies
- It is also used to aid in sexual energy and enhance creativity
Physical Properties of Sphalerite
Chemical Classification: Sulfide
Colors: Yellow, brown, black, red, green, white, colorless
Streak: White to yellowish brown
Luster: Nonmetallic, submetallic, resinous or adamantine
Diaphaneity: Transparent to translucent
Cleavage: Perfect, dodecahedral, in six directions!
Mohs Hardness: 3.5 to 4
Specific Gravity: 3.9 to 4.1
Chemical Composition: Zinc sulfide with variable amounts of iron, (Zn,Fe)S
Crystal System: Isometric
Uses: The primary ore of zinc/Mineral specimens/Faceted stones