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Calcite, Sphalerite

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A pretty combo specimen from the now-closed Elmwood. Elmwood specimens have virtually dried up from the market as people hoard them following the closing of the mine; they once were plentiful. This specimen features a SUPERB, lustrous and flashy compound crystal of sphalerite, 4 cm across, with a calcite twin at its side. The twin has a clean cleave at one tip that does not detract from the overall beauty of the specimen. 5.9 x 3.8 x 3.1 cm

Product details

SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions5.9 x 3.8 x 3.1 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.
Calcite
Regional guide
Calcite from Elmwood Mine, USA
Elmwood Mine calcite — iconic amber scalenohedra from a historic Tennessee locality, prized for form, color, and cabinet display by collectors.