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Calcite, Ilvaite, Quartz

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An excellent Dal'negorsk pseudomorph of gray calcite pseudomorphing a very sharp ilvaite crystal with a classic, chisel termination. The pseudomorph is aesthetically attached to a matrix of needle quartz crystals dusted with chalcopyrite. The quartz crystal impaling the pseudo is striking. Classic Dal'negorsk pseudomorph material from the early to mid-1990s.

Product details

SpeciesQuartz, Calcite, Ilvaite
SizeMiniature
Dimensions4.0 x 3.2 x 2.7 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityRussia, Primorsky Krai, Dalnegorsk

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
08/2024Unknown OwnerNot disclosed
—The ArkenstoneNot disclosed

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