Calcite, Hematite

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At just over 2 kilograms, this is a large and impressive specimen - but without sacrificing quality. Large Tsumeb calcites of this magnitude were seldom preserved compared to the at-the-time more glamorous minerals from here. This classic style of stacked, sharp, gemmy rhombs, is very geometric and sculptural. In person the piece is very 3-dimensional. Some crystal faces have very light sprinklings of included hematite grains which give them a slight red coloration, when seen from the right angle. Most, however, are very clear and ice-clean, making for a subtle contrast when you see the piece in person. Ex. Rob Smith Collection.