Calcite with Pyrite
specimen number:
8605766
location:
Naica, Chihuahua, Mexico
description:
A sharp rhombohedral crystal of calcite to 2.5 cm in size on matrix with many smaller calcite crystals. Pyrite is present as well. This is brightly fluorescent under longwave ultraviolet light. In good condition. Minor fluorite is present as well.
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