Calcite
specimen number:
7991975
location:
Tsumeb mine, Otjikoto, Namibia
description:
Glassy translucent rhombohedral crystals of calcite to 2.2 cm in size across the front of this matrix. Dusted with deep red hematite, this is quite attractive. Very minimal cleaving is present as seen.
Size: 8.0 x 6.0 x 4.0 cm (small-cabinet)
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