{"product_id":"sphalerite-chalcopyrite-pyrite-quartz-calcite-djurkovo-cluster","title":"Large Sphalerite, Chalcopyrite, Pyrite \u0026 Quartz Cluster with Bladed Calcite – Djurkovo Mine, Bulgaria","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDESCRIPTION\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA superb \u003cstrong\u003elarge cabinet specimen\u003c\/strong\u003e showcasing a complex and highly aesthetic mix of minerals: \u003cstrong\u003eSphalerite\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eChalcopyrite\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003ePyrite\u003c\/strong\u003e, delicate \u003cstrong\u003eneedle Quartz\u003c\/strong\u003e, and elegant \u003cstrong\u003ebladed Calcite florets\u003c\/strong\u003e. The contrasting crystal habits create a dynamic, multi‑textured display — metallic sulphides paired with bright Quartz needles and sculptural Calcite blades.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Sphalerite shows rich lustre, while the Chalcopyrite and Pyrite add golden metallic highlights throughout the cluster. The Calcite florets provide a crisp, architectural finish, making this a visually balanced and collector‑grade piece. Its size, mineral diversity, and clean presentation make it ideal for curated mineral displays or advanced Bulgarian collections.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOrigin\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSourced from the \u003cstrong\u003eDjurkovo Mine in the Laki region of Bulgaria\u003c\/strong\u003e, a locality known for producing bright, well‑formed Calcite blades with strong lustre. Specimens from this area are valued for their clean crystal habits and reliable display quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFinish\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSourced from the \u003cstrong\u003eDjurkovo Mine\u003c\/strong\u003e in the \u003cstrong\u003eLaki region of Bulgaria\u003c\/strong\u003e, a locality celebrated for producing finely detailed sulphide combinations and distinctive \u003cstrong\u003ebladed Calcite\u003c\/strong\u003e growth. The mine is known for its clean, well‑developed crystal habits and reliable aesthetic quality, making Djurkovo specimens highly desirable among collectors of Bulgarian mineralogy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eDimensions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e17.5cm x 9cm x 7.5cm at widest points (approximately)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e0.898kg\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eImportant Information\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe item pictured is the exact item you will receive. Please pay attention to the actual size given in the listing as the pictures are generally enlarged to show details. Colour may be a little different due to the colour calibration of each individual monitor or light levels.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Agate Bands","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41655673880759,"sku":"5673880759","price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0583\/2818\/7063\/products\/20221228_190139copy.jpg?v=1685487359","url":"https:\/\/agatebands.co.uk\/products\/sphalerite-chalcopyrite-pyrite-quartz-calcite-djurkovo-cluster","provider":"Agate Bands","version":"1.0","type":"link"}