Calcite with Dolomite - image 1
Calcite with Dolomite - image 2
specimen video

Calcite with Dolomite

Unknown Owner
Several lustrous translucent to transparent scalenohedral crystals of calcite measuring to 2.0 cm in size on a dolomite crystal matrix. The larger of the two calcite crystals is cleaved on the backside of the piece, this not in view when the piece is displayed properly. This area is shown up close in the video.

Product details

Species
Calcite, DolomiteAbout Calcite →
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions5.5 x 5.0 x 4.0 cm
Added on10/25/2024
Locality
Spain, Cantabria, La Florida mining area

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
02/2025Unknown Owner$30.00
—Weinrich MineralsNot 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 La Florida mining area
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