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Plattnerite on Calcite from Mapimi District, Durango, Mexico

 
Plattnerite on Calcite from Mapimi District, Durango, Mexico

DESCRIPTION:No. 18087
Mineral:Plattnerite on Calcite
Locality:Mapimi District, Durango, Mexico
Description:Rhombic calcite crystals with overgrowth of sparkling black plattnerite crystals. The calcite is colorless and translucent, though many appear black due to plattnerite inclusions.
Overall Size:5x3x2 cm
Crystals:drusy to 5 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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