Calcite
specimen number:
2022837
location:
Mine No. 884, Leiping, Guiyang Co., Chenzhou Prefecture, Hunan Province, China
description:
Very attractive and neat grouping of calcite crystals showing two different forms of crystallized nation. A scalenohedral crystal is on one side, too large rhombohedral type crystals attached to the side of this. The crystals are very lustrous and show very good translucency. The color is reddish due to hematite. Shows nicely all around with very minimal micro-chipping is seen. Measures 6.5 x 6.0 x 4.5 cm. Shipping weight: 0.27 pounds. Ex Chris and Agatha Galas collection.
Size: 6.5 x 6.0 x 4.5 cm (small-cabinet)
Collection: Chris & Agatha Galas
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