Calcite
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An EXCELLENT, PRISTINE, FLOATER cluster of golden-amber calcite scalenohedrons with well-defined phantoms from the famous mercury mines of Terlingua, Texas. The 5.0 cm, DT crystal is particularly striking. Specimens of this quality and size were never common. The mercury mines operated from 1850 to the 1940s. Ex. George Elling Collection.
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SpeciesCalcite
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions5.8 x 4.4 x 2.5 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityUSA, Texas, Mariposa Mine
Known provenance
| Date | Collector | Acquisition price |
|---|---|---|
| 08/2024 | Unknown Owner | Not disclosed |
| — | The Arkenstone | Not 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.Regional guide
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