Alabandite with Calcite, Rhodochrosite - image 1
Alabandite with Calcite, Rhodochrosite - image 2
specimen video

Alabandite with Calcite, Rhodochrosite

Unknown Owner
A very fine example for the species, this a large lustrous thick crystal of alabandite, light pinkish to colorless calcite present as well. The calcite crystals are brightly fluorescent under longwave ultraviolet light. This is in really good condition.

Product details

Species
Calcite, Rhodochrosite, AlabanditeAbout Calcite →
SizeMiniature
Dimensions4.0 x 3.5 x 2.1 cm
Added on02/06/2025
Locality
Peru, Lima, Uchucchacua Mine

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
09/2025Unknown Owner$800.00
—Weinrich MineralsNot disclosed

Learn more

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 Uchucchacua Mine
Sign in to contribute