Fluorite with Calcite
specimen number:
8821543
location:
Minerva No. 1 mine, Hardin Co., Illinois, USA
description:
Amber to light bluish purple cubic crystals of fluorite measuring to just under 4.0 cm on edge in a cluster that is partially covered with white sparkling crystals of calcite. There are small crystals of chalcopyrite upon and floating within as inclusions of the fluorite crystals. In very good condition from the front, the smaller fluorite crystal is cleaved on the back of the piece. This is shown in the video.
Size: 11.0 x 8.0 x 3.0 cm (cabinet)
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