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Celestite on Calcite

Unknown Owner
Rare gemmy cornflower-blue Celestine (formerly Celestite) measuring to 6 mm form tabular crystals clustered in areas over a crystallized creamy Calcite matrix from the 'pania Dolina area in Slovakia. A specimen quite beautiful for its delicacy and contrast in colour and texture. An old C.F. Pech of Berlin label accompanies this specimen.

Product details

Species
Calcite, CelestiteAbout Calcite →
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions9.1 x 6.9 x 5.2 cm
Added on10/24/2024
Locality
Slovakia, Banská Bystrica Region, Špania Dolina

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
—Unknown Owner$1,500.00
—Crystal ClassicsNot disclosed

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Calcite
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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 Špania Dolina
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