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Malachite, Calcite

Unknown Owner
Bright electric-green, velvety malachite balls perched on sparkling calcite that has formed as a secondary-generation negative cast after large calcite rhombohedra, now mysteriously gone! Ex. Willy Israel Collection.

Product details

Species
Calcite, MalachiteAbout Calcite →
SizeMiniature
Dimensions4.0 x 3.5 x 1.8 cm
Added on10/23/2024
Locality
Namibia, Oshikoto Region, Tsumeb

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 Tsumeb
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