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Chalcocite with Calcite

Unknown Owner
Very fine for the species from Spain, lustrous crystals of chalcocite measuring to 0.5 cm in in size across the front of this matrix with sparkling colorless crystals of calcite and massive pyrite throughout the matrix. Collected in 2020.

Product details

Species
Calcite, ChalcociteAbout Calcite →
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions8.5 x 6.0 x 3.3 cm
Added on10/25/2024
Locality
Spain, Andalusia, Las Cruces Mine

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
12/2024Unknown Owner$535.00
—Weinrich MineralsNot 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 Las Cruces Mine
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