Tyuyamunite, Calcite
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Bright, canary-yellow crusts of the hydrated calcium uranyl vanadate tyuyamunite richly cover all four sides of the blocky limestone matrix on this fine specimen from the Ambrosia Lake area, Grants District, New Mexico. A sparkly overgrowth of secondary calcite microcrystals covers some of the specimen. Older material from the Mullane Collection.
Product details
SpeciesCalcite, Tyuyamunite
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions8.5 x 7.5 x 6.1 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityUSA, New Mexico, Ambrosia Lake Mining Sub-district
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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