Calcite
specimen number:
5004186
location:
Tonglushan mine, Daye, Huangshi, Hubei, China
description:
Attractive gemmy red crystals of calcite showing two different generations of crystallization across the top of this matrix. The first generation sharp scalenohedral crystals, the second-generation gemmy rhombohedral crystals. The red color is due to inclusions of iron oxide. This is in good condition.
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