Calcite with Limonite
specimen number:
2491020
location:
White Caps Mine, Manhatten, Nye Co., Nevada, USA
description:
Blocky rhombohedral crystals of calcite to 4.5 cm across set on a small amount of matrix. The calcite crystals are colorless and slightly translucent, most is coated by reddish brown limonite. Measures 6.0 x 4.5 x 3.5 cm overall. Very minimal micro-chipping present, still in very good condition. Quite choice for the species from this classic locality, specimens of the species from the locality are rarely seen available today.
Size: 6.0 x 4.5 x 3.5 cm (small-cabinet)
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