Kolwezite, Calcite (Var: Cobaltoan Calcite) - image 1

Kolwezite, Calcite (Var: Cobaltoan Calcite)

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Here is a rare and beautiful association specimen from the Congo, featuring a pocket containing large (to one cm), gemmy crystals of lustrous pink cobaltoan calcite, in association with green botryoidal kolwezite (type locality, obviously) - chemical formula (Cu, Co) 2(CO3) (OH) 2.

Product details

SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions6.6 x 5.4 x 4.9 cm
Added on10/23/2024

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.
Regional guide
Calcite from Kolwezi
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