Calcite

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The mineral deposits of Baja are continuous with those of San Diego and many County collectors are happy to own things regardless of political borders. Larson, and the Pala collection, were no exception. This is a dramatic example of the famous amber-colored, translucent calcite crystals found in the 1960s-1970s in the Rosarito Beach area. This specimen was obtained from the Josephine Scripps collection, and is the finest large example of these unusual calcites that we have seen. The large crystal measures 10 cm, and all are pristine. It is a superb display piece, in person much more impressive.