Description

This is a large piece of Thalanga mine ore from Torrens Creek, Queensland, Australia.

Measures 250 x 180 x 155 mm and weighs 11.330 Kilograms.

This item can be posted worldwide.

Thalanga Mine ore is a volcanic-hosted massive sulphide deposit rich in base metals.

primarily zinc, lead, and copper—with precious metals like silver and gold.

Key Ores –

  • Sphalerite: Zinc sulphide (ZnS), the primary source of zinc.
  • Galena: Lead sulphide (PbS), the primary source of lead.
  • Chalcopyrite: Copper iron sulphide (CuFeS₂), the primary source of copper.
  • Pyrite: Iron sulphide (Fe₂S), found in large quantities as part of the massive sulphide lenses.
  • Associated Gangue and Host Minerals
    • Quartz & Micas:
    • Barite: Barium sulphate (BaSO₄).
    • Carbonates & Chlorite: Calcite and dolomite mixed within the altered volcanic host rock.