Calcite

Calcite “fish-tail” twin, 21.1 cm, from the Gordon mine, Picher, Ottawa County, Oklahoma. Ex Richard Brown collection, ex George Witters collection. Displayed at the 'American Mineral Treasures' exhibit at the 2008 Tucson Gem and Mineral Show.

Product details

SpeciesCalcite
SizeLarge Cabinet
Dimensions21.1 cm
Added on03/26/2026
Publications
  • Mineralogical Record The Kevin Brown Collection page 129
Current owner
Kevin Brown
Parker, TX
Member since 2026
Previous owners
DateCollectorAcquisition price
—George WittersNot disclosed
—Richard BrownNot disclosed

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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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Picher Field
Picher Field, USA - premier lead-zinc locality in the Tri-State District; resinous sphalerite on chert, sharp galena, and prized paragenesis for collectors.