July 2024 – sphalerite

Wait a minute, sphalerite was already a mineral of the month once, wasn’t it? That is correct. However, this year sphalerite was named Ore Mineral of the Year. This is the second time that the Ore Mineral of the Year category has been awarded by the International Mineralogical Association (IMA) Commission on Ore Mineralogy. We therefore believe that sphalerite can once again take pride of place in our exhibition. Sphalerite is the most important zinc ore (95 % of primary zinc). Sphalerite is also an important source of cadmium, gallium, germanium and indium, which replace zinc in the crystallographic structure. Therefore, sphalerite hosts critical raw materials that are important for the industry. Apart from its economic importance, sphalerite is also very aesthetic. Why don’t you come and have a look? Come and visit us!

Locality: Huanzalá, Peru

Size: 11x24x15 cm (HxLxW)

Weight: 3500 g