Hatchite, Binnite xls; Lengenbach Mine, Binntal, Valais, Switzerland; miniature specimen; unique piece
Hatchite and Binnite crystals from the Lengenbach Quarry, Binntal, Valais, Switzerland – miniature specimen as unique piece
This miniature specimen features crystals of Hatchite and Binnite from the Lengenbach Quarry, Binntal, Valais, Switzerland. Set on a light, finely textured matrix, the contrasting minerals are clearly visible and form a paragenesis that is characteristic of this classic locality. Despite its small size, the association of Hatchite and Binnite gives the specimen considerable mineralogical significance and makes it a representative example of the diversity found at Lengenbach. The specimen is well documented and was analytically examined under reference EDXPR-2721 on September 6, 1989.
Geology & Origin
Hatchite and Binnite are rare arsenic-bearing sulfosalts for which the Lengenbach Quarry is internationally renowned. They formed within an exceptionally complex geochemical environment in dolomitic host rocks, which allowed the development of a remarkable variety of unique mineral species. The Binntal area is regarded as one of the most important localities worldwide for such specialized mineral associations and is of great interest to both collectors and mineralogical research.
This table is for general information and orientation, although the sizes of the stones may vary. In addition, this specification is handled differently from region to region.
| Sizes | Description | approx. Sizes in mm/cm | approx. Sizes in INCH | |
| Capsule | Capsule | 0.1–0.5 mm in a transparent hard capsule (approx. 1 cm) | capsule contents 0.1–0.5 mm | capsule contents 0.004–0.02 in |
| TN/mm | Micromount (TN = Thumbnail) | everything fitting in a TN Perky box or a MM box of approx. 1 in | approx. 0.5–2.5 cm | max. 1 in |
| Min | Miniature specimen | will not fit a TN or MM box anymore | approx. 2.5–5 cm | approx. 0.2–1.0 in |
| Scab | small cabinet specimen | approx. one-third to half a hand size | approx. 5–9 cm | approx. 1.0–2.0 in |
| Cab | cabinet specimen | full hand size | approx. 9–15 cm | approx. 2.0–3.5 in |
| large Cab | large cabinet specimen | approx. two hand sizes | approx. 15–30 cm | approx. 3.5–6.0 in |
| very large Cab | very large cabinet specimen | everything larger, no upper limit |
Abbreviations commonly used in mineralogy.
| Abbreviation | Meaning |
| xl | single crystal, possible with matrix |
| xls | noticeable crystals |
| (xl) | embedded or damaged |
| (xls) | embeddet or damaged |
| MASS | massive and/or amorphous pieces |
| TYP | type locality of the original description |
| SWUV | shortwave-UV-reaction |
| UV | ultraviolet reaction |
| SC | self-collected |
| U | unique (single unique piece) |
Usage Instructions
This product is ideal as a collector's item, decorative element, teaching material, or for scientific and exhibition purposes.
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| shipment-weight, NOT netto weight (kg) | 0.050000 |
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