Rhodochrosite after Calcite with Galena, Calcite - image 1
Rhodochrosite after Calcite with Galena, Calcite - image 2
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Rhodochrosite after Calcite with Galena, Calcite

Unknown Owner
Large platy crystals of what were once calcite, these now replaced by pink crystallized rhodochrosite. Galena and calcite are scattered throughout. This is in good condition.

Product details

Species
Calcite, Galena, RhodochrositeAbout Calcite →
SizeCabinet
Dimensions13.0 x 11.0 x 6.5 cm
Added on12/28/2025
Locality
Bulgaria, Plovdiv Province, Droujba mine

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
—Unknown Owner$530.00
—Weinrich MineralsNot disclosed

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Calcite
Mineral guide
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diverse shapes, colors, and optical quirks; widely available yet scarce elite pieces from Elmwood and Charcas drive collecting value and display.
Regional guide
Calcite from Droujba mine
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