Calcite with Aurichalcite
specimen number:
1352061
location:
Ojuela mine, Mapimi, Durango, Mexico
description:
Lustrous translucent crystals of calcite measuring to 1.5 cm in size across the front of this limonite matrix. The crystals are bluish green in color due to inclusions of aurichalcite. At one time part of the noted Mexican collection of Richard Heck. In very good condition. Green crystals of what appear to be austinite are present as well.
Size: 13.0 x 9.0 x 4.0 cm (cabinet)
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