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Cinnabar with Calcite, Gypsum

Unknown Owner
Brilliant red micro crystalline cinnabar throughout this crystallized calcite and gypsum matrix. In good condition, quite nice for the species from this famous Mexican mining district. Quartz and fluorite are present as well.

Product details

Species
Calcite, Cinnabar, GypsumAbout Calcite →
SizeMiniature
Dimensions4.0 x 2.5 x 1.5 cm
Added on02/19/2025
Locality
Mexico, Chihuahua, Cocineras Mine

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
08/2025Unknown Owner$65.00
—Weinrich MineralsNot disclosed

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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 Cocineras Mine
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