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Calcite

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A sharp scalenohedron crystal of colorless and gemmy calcite; a great Swedish specimen. The Malmberget area has been mined for iron ore since 1741, and iron is still being extracted to this day in the forms of magnetite and hematite. In fact, the whole town of Malmberget (over 5,000 people) had to be moved between 2020 & 2021 due to mining activity in the area.

Product details

Species
CalciteAbout Calcite →
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions6.9 x 2.0 x 1.5 cm
Added on03/26/2025
Locality
Sweden, Norrbotten County, Malmberget

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
09/2025Unknown OwnerNot disclosed
—DanZ RockshopNot disclosed

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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 Malmberget
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