Calcite
specimen number:
7241097
location:
Casteel No 35 Mine, Iron Co., Missouri, USA
description:
Beautiful deep yellow glassy gem scalenohedral crystals of calcite to 6.0 cm in height set nicely upon a matrix coated by sugary quartz crystals. Measures 9.5 x 9.0 x 4.5 cm. The main crystal at top is cleaved slightly as seen. Sits perfectly by itself on a sawn base. Shows well all around. Very good transparency for such large crystals from the mining district and species. Shipping weight: 0.43 pounds.
Size: 9.5 x 9.0 x 4.5 cm (cabinet)
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