Calcite with Quartz, Goethite after Pyrite
specimen number:
3801201
location:
LaFarge quarry, Buffalo, Scott Co., Iowa, USA
description:
Colorless translucent semi lustrous scalenohedral crystals of calcite to 4.5 cm in size across the top of this matrix with micro crystallized quartz and small crystals of pyrite now replaced by brown goethite. Some chipping is present, the prominent crystals in good condition. Nice example from this locality seldom seen with specimens available on the market.
Size: 22.0 x 12.0 x 7.5 cm (large-cabinet)
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