Calcite after Aragonite
specimen number:
7992886
location:
Agrigento, Sicily, Italy
description:
Sharp pseudo-hexagonal crystals of what were once aragonite measuring to 1.5 cm in size now replaced by crystallized calcite forming a matrix less cluster with minor native sulfur. A classic pseudomorph specimen for this famous old locality. Previous data card from the collection of William Schultz of Wabash, Indiana dating the specimen to pre-1970.
Size: 8.5 x 6.0 x 2.0 cm (small-cabinet)
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