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Calcite, Galena

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A CLASSIC English CABINET specimen of lustrous, translucent, colorless calcite rhombs to 3.5 cm nearly covering massive galena matrix from Nenthead, Alston Moor, Cumbria. Trivial bit of bruising to a couple of the perphery calcite crystals is hardly noticeable. They have classic flattened rhomb form of discs. CHOICE material from the Lewadny Collection. 11.0 x 7.2 x 4.0 cm

Product details

SpeciesCalcite, Galena
SizeCabinet
Dimensions11.0 x 7.2 x 4.0 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityUK, England, Nenthead

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 Nenthead
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