Calcite with Pyrite - image 1
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Calcite with Pyrite

Unknown Owner
The top of this matrix is covered by colorless to slightly pinkish scalenohedral crystals of calcite, these hosting micro crystals of pyrite as both coatings and inclusions. This is in good condition. This is intensely fluorescent a beautiful red under longwave ultraviolet light.

Product details

Species
Calcite, PyriteAbout Calcite →
SizeCabinet
Dimensions10.5 x 8.5 x 4.0 cm
Added on05/13/2025
Locality
UK, Scotland, Strontian

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
04/2026Unknown Owner$165.00
—Weinrich MineralsNot 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 Strontian
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