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Calcite on Danburite

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A dramatic and unusual combo: a glassy and gemmy, light pink danburite crystal measuring 5 cm in length is nearly covered by a druse of sparkling white calcite crystals which "leap off" the tip. The calcite fluoresces a light orange color.

Product details

SpeciesCalcite, Danburite
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions6.9 x 4.8 x 3.9 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityMexico, San Luis Potosí, Charcas

Known provenance

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

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Calcite
Mineral guide
Learn about Calcite
diverse shapes, colors, and optical quirks; widely available yet scarce elite pieces from Elmwood and Charcas drive collecting value and display.
Calcite
Regional guide
Calcite from Charcas, Mexico
from Charcas, Mexico features flattened hexagonal rhombohedra, pink-to-red fluorescence, and sculptural poker-chip forms from a Pb-Zn-Cu-Ag district.