Fiedlerite xls; Pacha Limani, Laurion, Greece; Scab; unique piece

Fiedlerite crystals from Pacha Limani, Laurion, Greece – Small cabinet specimen as unique piece

This small cabinet specimen features Fiedlerite in its characteristic occurrence on contrasting matrix from the classic Laurion mining district. Grey to dark grey matrix is accompanied by delicate Fiedlerite crystals, giving the specimen its distinctive mineralogical appearance. Owing to the rarity of the mineral and its well-known locality, this unique specimen is an excellent addition to advanced mineral collections.

Geology & Origin

Pacha Limani is part of the historic Laurion mining district in Greece, one of the world's most famous localities for rare secondary minerals. The complex lead and silver ore deposits produced an exceptional variety of chlorides, arsenates and other secondary minerals through weathering processes. Fiedlerite is among the rare minerals from Laurion and is highly sought after by collectors of classic mineral localities.