Chalcopyrite with Calcite (twinned)
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These brassy chalcopyrite configurations (often called blister copper) could initially be mistaken for old, classic finds from Cornwall, with similar bright luster and bubbling formation, but they're actually "COVID-era" finds from China. They are from a small pocket which we acquired that came out in late 2019. This is a surprisingly balanced specimen with a sharp twinned calcite overtopping a rolling plate of solid chalcopyrite. Unique, aesthetic material!
Product details
SpeciesCalcite, Chalcopyrite
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions8.2 x 6.2 x 2.8 cm
Added on12/02/2024
LocalityChina, Hubei, Tonglushan Mine
Known provenance
| Date | Collector | Acquisition price |
|---|---|---|
| 09/2025 | Unknown Owner | $2,500.00 |
| — | The Arkenstone | Not disclosed |
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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
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