Polybasite, Stephanite

Polybasite : [(Ag,Cu)₆(Sb,As)₂S₇][Ag₉CuS₄], Stephanite : Ag₅SbS₄

Locality: Husky Mine, Elsa, Galena Hill, Mayo Mining District, Yukon Territory, Canada

This blue irridescent polybasite turns blood red from internal reflections when held at the proper angle. This photo shows both on this 4x6 cm specimen (Helen Tyson photo, ex RWMW collection, ROM collection)

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Polybasite, Stephanite

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