Calcite from Little Falls, New Jersey, USA

5.0 cm calcite twin on scoria with smaller crystals from the defunct Houdaille Quarry, on the grounds of Montclair State University.

Product details

SpeciesCalcite
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions7.9 x 7.0 x 6.1 cm
Added on02/03/2026
RepairsNone
Current owner
Acquired
Jan 2026

Owner’s note

Acquired from Daniel Trinchillo (Fine Minerals International).

Member since 2025
Previous owners
DateCollectorAcquisition price
—William ButkowskiNot disclosed
Acquired from Nicholas Facciolla. W. Butkowski collection #E-16.
—Nicholas FacciollaNot disclosed
Self-collected circa 1974.

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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.
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