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Calcite (Var: Cobaltoan Calcite)

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Amongst the fine cobaltoan calcites that have been coming from Bou Azzer have been just a few of these amazing shocking pink specimens, presumably from a higher concentration of cobalt, but whatever the case, the crystals just have this vivid saturation of color. These crystals are extremely gemmy and lustrous and reach 5 mm and the tiny bit of malachite is a nice accent. Ex. Tarnowski Collection.

Product details

SpeciesCalcite
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions5.5 x 3.3 x 2.1 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityMorocco, Drâa-Tafilalet Region, Bou Azzer mining district

Known provenance

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

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Mineral guide
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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 Bou Azzer mining district, Morocco
from Bou Azzer, Morocco - cobalt-bearing pink calcite with saturated body color, high luster, and gemmy crystals, a prized locality for collectors.
    Calcite (Var: Cobaltoan Calcite) - Bou Azzer mining district, Drâa-Tafilalet Region, Morocco