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Calcite from Mojina Mine, 5.6 km SW of Constitución, Chihuahua, Mexico

 
Calcite from Mojina Mine, 5.6 km SW of Constitución, Chihuahua, Mexico

Calcite from Mojina Mine, 5.6 km SW of Constitución, Chihuahua, Mexico

Calcite from Mojina Mine, 5.6 km SW of Constitución, Chihuahua, Mexico

DESCRIPTION:No. 58015
Mineral:Calcite
Locality:Mojina Mine, 5.6 km SW of Constitución, Chihuahua, Mexico
Description:Plumose formation of lustrous bladed translucent blue-to-white calcite crystals standing upright off brown matrix. These specimens are frequently mislabeled as celestine by some inexperienced dealers. Ex. David M. Shannon (1942-2004)
Overall Size:7x4.5x3 cm
Crystals:5-10 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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