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Calcite

Unknown Owner
Fiery red chalcotrichite inclusions dance at the center of this glossy calcite specimen. Chalcotrichite included calcite was not widespread at this locality and I have not seen many good examples available in the past. Certainly a unique find for anyone who collects calcite or included mineral specimens. I see one face which I am having a hard time determining if it is a cleave or simply a very odd modified face.

Product details

Species
Calcite, Cuprite, ChalcotrichiteAbout Calcite →
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions5.1 x 3.9 x 2.6 cm
Added on09/13/2025
Locality
South Africa, Seeis, Onganja Mine

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 Onganja Mine
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