Calcite
specimen number:
9507117
location:
Leiping, Guiyang Co., Chenzhou, Hunan, China
description: The mines near Leiping, located in Guiyang County, Chenzhou, Hunan Province, China, are notable underground mining areas celebrated globally by mineral collectors and museums for producing exceptional, highly aesthetic calcite crystal specimens. Operations at this site have yielded remarkable, sculptural calcite specimens characterized by unique forms, sharp twinning, and distinct natural coloration.
Attractive grouping of blocky lustrous rhombohedral calcite crystals without matrix. The prominent crystal measures 4.0 cm across. The crystal faces are selectively coated with reddish-brown hematite. In great condition.
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