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Calcite with Chalcopyrite

Unknown Owner
A large pale yellow lustrous translucent scalenohedral calcite crystal set on a small amount of brecciated matrix with iridescent crystallized chalcopyrite. The prominent crystal is in good condition, the lesser sized crystals near the base are cleaved as seen. This is from a major find at this mine around the year 2011.

Product details

Species
Calcite, ChalcopyriteAbout Calcite →
SizeLarge Cabinet
Dimensions19.0 x 14.0 x 8.0 cm
Added on01/01/2025
Locality
USA, Missouri, Sweetwater Mine

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
01/2025Unknown Owner$150.00
—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 Sweetwater Mine
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