Calcite with Quartz, Sphalerite, Pyrite
specimen number:
1612047
location:
Pachapaqui, Bolognesi, Ancash, Peru
description:
Pink spiky crystals of calcite measuring to 0.8 cm in size across this crystallized quartz matrix with sphalerite and pyrite. In good condition with minimal micro-cleaving present not atypical of these. The calcite crystals are intensely fluorescent red under longwave ultraviolet light.
Size: 6.5 x 5.0 x 3.0 cm (small-cabinet)
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