Calcite
specimen number:
3071016
location:
Rensselaer Quarry, Jasper Co., Indiana, USA
description:
Glassy slightly complex gem deeply colored crystals of calcite to 3.0 cm in size throughout the front side of this limestone matrix. Small brownish crystals of rhombohedral calcite present as well. Very slight micro-chipping present, overall in very good condition. The dark color due to hydrocarbon. Excellent example for this old locality.
Size: 12.0 x 11.0 x 6.5 cm (cabinet)
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