AllMinerals/JohnBetts-FineMinerals > Online Mineral Museum Photographic Archive > Minerals from Illinois > Calcite |
DESCRIPTION: | No. 12465 |
Mineral: | Calcite |
Locality: | Ozark-Mahoning Mine, Cave-in-Rock, Hardin County, Illinois |
Description: | Long, thin plate of matrix covered on both sides with translucent golden calcite crystals. Very attractive specimen. Most crystals are complete and undamaged, though a few are tipped. Originally acquired from B. E. Clements in 1965. Ex. Dr. Eugene E. Sensel (1911-2000) collection #B715 |
Overall Size: | 16x7x3 cm |
Crystals: | 1-3 cm |
Archived: | For reference only |
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