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Calcite from Ozark-Mahoning Mine, Cave-in-Rock, Hardin County, Illinois

 
Calcite from Ozark-Mahoning Mine, Cave-in-Rock, Hardin County, Illinois

Calcite from Ozark-Mahoning Mine, Cave-in-Rock, Hardin County, Illinois

Calcite from Ozark-Mahoning Mine, Cave-in-Rock, Hardin County, Illinois

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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