Benstonite on Calcite - image 1
Benstonite on Calcite - image 2
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Benstonite on Calcite

Unknown Owner
Colorless rhombohedral crystals of white opaque benstonite forming many epitaxial crystals over the top of previous scalenohedral crystals of calcite. Some damage present as seen, still nice and very richly crystallized for this unusual species.

Product details

Species
CalciteAbout Calcite →
SizeCabinet
Dimensions14.0 x 12.5 x 5.0 cm
Added on02/26/2026
Locality
USA, Illinois, Minerva No. 1 Mine

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
05/2026Unknown Owner$750.00
—Weinrich MineralsNot disclosed

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Calcite
Mineral guide
Learn about Calcite
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 Minerva No. 1 Mine
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