Description/Interesting Notes:
A magnificent, old time example of native silver from this classic Canadian locale!!! This specimen consists of a rich
vein of native silver and calcite!!! This specimen hosts a rich showing of native
silver - present as an attractive network of veins and masses in a matrix of white calcite!!! Unlike the great majority of silver
specimens from the Cobalt area, this specimen has very little associated arsenides (there is one attractive band of pinkish-copper hued breithauptite) - nearly all of the
metallic material present is native silver!!! There are two broad, polished faces that show off
the rich networks of native silver within!!! There are veins and masses of native silver jutting out across the natural surfaces as well!!!
This is a killer, old time specimen from a great locale!!! This specimen is from the collection of John J. Durkos and
retains his original detailed labels as well as its original painted wood base!!! This specimen weighs 1.24 Kg or well over 43 ounces!!!
According to Durkos' notes on the label, the specimen is estimated to contain about
25 oz. of native silver according to mine captain W. Danylepke!!! This specimen is worth a
significant sum just based on its rich silver content!!! Classic material!!! Don't miss out on this valuable beauty!!! The pics
hardly do it justice!!! Must be seen in person to be fully appreciated!!! Good luck and be sure to check out my other exciting
mineral auctions on ebay!!!
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