Calcite with Copper
specimen number:
4271331
location:
Quincy mine, Houghton Co., Michigan, USA
description:
Classic Michigan specimen with gemmy scalenohedral crystals of calcite measuring to 2.0 cm in size set on a matrix of crystallized native copper. The calcite crystals are included with native copper as well. Cleaving present on the back of the piece as seen in the video, this still in very good condition. Several previous old labels come with the specimen, these shown in detail at the end of the video. The specimen originally from the collection of Gilman Stanton, he acquired the specimen from Ward's.
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