Calcite, Conichalcite
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A pristine, lustrous, hematite-included calcite rhomb nicely attached to a conichalcite crust from Tsumeb. This large, 4.0 cm, nail-head crystal has good luster and outstanding stepped-growth faces. Excellent material from the George Elling Collection.
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SpeciesCalcite, Conichalcite
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions9.7 x 6.3 x 6.0 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityNamibia, Oshikoto Region, Tsumeb
Known provenance
| Date | Collector | Acquisition price |
|---|---|---|
| 08/2024 | Unknown Owner | Not disclosed |
| — | The Arkenstone | Not disclosed |
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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.Regional guide
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