Calcite from Minerva No. 1 Mine, Hardin County, Illinois, USA - image 1
Calcite from Minerva No. 1 Mine, Hardin County, Illinois, USA - image 2

Calcite from Minerva No. 1 Mine, Hardin County, Illinois, USA

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A fine grouping of scalenohedral calcite crystals measuring to 5.0 cm in height, the showing a second-generation of smaller crystals on top. This is in good condition.

Product details

SpeciesCalcite
SizeCabinet
Dimensions12.5 x 10.0 x 8.0 cm
Added on02/03/2026
LocalityUSA, Illinois, Minerva No. 1 Mine
Current owner
Unknown Owner
Acquired
Oct 2026
Previous owners
DateCollectorAcquisition price
—Weinrich MineralsNot disclosed

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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.
Calcite
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Calcite from Minerva No. 1 Mine
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Locality guide
Minerva No. 1 Mine
A collector's guide to Minerva No. 1 Mine, USA: its geology, mining history and notable minerals, illustrated with the 725 specimens documented from this locality on EarthWonders.