Rhodochrosite with Calcite, Tetrahedrite, Pyrite - image 1
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Rhodochrosite with Calcite, Tetrahedrite, Pyrite

Unknown Owner
Light pink crystallized rhodochrosite across the top of this tetrahedrite and pyrite matrix with calcite. Incredibly fluorescent red under longwave ultraviolet light. In good condition.

Product details

Species
Calcite, Rhodochrosite, Tetrahedrite, PyriteAbout Calcite →
SizeCabinet
Dimensions10.5 x 7.0 x 3.0 cm
Added on06/12/2025
Locality
Peru, Ancash, Pachapaqui mining district

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
—Unknown Owner$115.00
—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 Pachapaqui mining district
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