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Calcite, Hematite

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An excellent, large cabinet calcite specimen from the N'Chwaning II Mine. Two clusters of lustrous, translucent, singly and doubly terminated calcite scalenohedrons are set on a banded hematite matrix covered with sparkly, calcite scalenohedral microcrystals. The calcite crystals have a pleasing light, rose-pink color. This is a large, highly representative example of the species and locale.

Product details

SpeciesCalcite, Hematite
SizeCabinet
Dimensions15.0 x 12.2 x 5.0 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalitySouth Africa, Northern Cape, N'Chwaning II Mine

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
08/2024Unknown OwnerNot disclosed
—The ArkenstoneNot disclosed

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Calcite
Mineral guide
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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
Calcite from N'Chwaning II Mine
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    Calcite, Hematite - N'Chwaning II Mine, Northern Cape, South Africa