Calcite with Galena, Fluorite
specimen number:
7993419
location:
southern Illinois fluorspar district, Illinois
description:
A large yellowish translucent scalenohedral crystal grouping of calcite on non-lustrous cubic crystals of galena with fluorite. It appears that the calcite has been lightly dipped in acid. Very slight damage present.
Size: 24.0 x 14.0 x 14.0 cm (large-cabinet)
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