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Calcite on Fluorite from Xianghualing-Xianghuapu Mines, Hunan, China

 
Calcite on Fluorite from Xianghualing-Xianghuapu Mines, Hunan, China

Calcite on Fluorite from Xianghualing-Xianghuapu Mines, Hunan, China

DESCRIPTION:No. 37594
Mineral:Calcite on Fluorite
Locality:Xianghualing-Xianghuapu Mines, Hunan, China
Description:Transparent colorless calcite crystals with flattened rhombohedral form and silky surface luster. The calcite grew over translucent green fluorite crystals that is partially visible in areas. One crystal near the bottom has a chipped edge. Ex. Robert C. Lambert (1919-2008) collection #RL251
Overall Size:7x7x5 cm
Crystals:5-18 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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