Galena with Calcite - image 1
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Galena with Calcite

A neat combination specimen for this locality, the specimen consists of a cluster of lustrous metallic cubic galena crystals, these partially coated with golden amber colored crystals of calcite. Very minimal micro-damage present, this still in good condition.

Product details

SpeciesCalcite, Galena
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions8.5 x 5.0 x 4.5 cm
Added on09/12/2025
LocalityUSA, Tennessee, Elmwood Mine
Current owner
Robert Nacarato
Robert Nacarato
Nashville, TN
Acquired
Sep 2025
Member since 2025
Previous owners
DateCollectorAcquisition price
—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.
Calcite
Regional guide
Calcite from Elmwood Mine, USA
Elmwood Mine calcite — iconic amber scalenohedra from a historic Tennessee locality, prized for form, color, and cabinet display by collectors.
Locality guide
Elmwood Mine
Elmwood Mine, USA - premier Tennessee locality renowned for dark sphalerite, purple fluorite, amber calcite, and white barite, prized by collectors.