Calcite with Pyrite, Quartz
specimen number:
1602829
location:
Naica, Chihuahua, Mexico
description:
Sharp rhombohedral crystals of calcite measuring to almost 4.0 cm in size on a crystallized pyrite matrix with gemmy colorless crystals of quartz. Sphalerite is present as well. This is in good condition. Brightly fluorescent under longwave ultraviolet light.
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