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Calcite, Pyrite

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A fine cabinet specimen from the La Sirena Mine, Guanajuato, Mexico. Highly lustrous, translucent, modified stepped-growth calcite scalenohedrons to 6.0 cm are scattered as a discrete crystal or in clusters on a contrasting matrix covered with lustrous, brassy pyrite crystals. This mine is on the same vein as the famous Rayas Mine. Ex. Dave Stoudt Collection.

Product details

SpeciesCalcite, Pyrite
SizeCabinet
Dimensions12.5 x 12.0 x 6.5 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 La Sirena Mine
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