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Calcite over Fluorite from Minerva Mine, Cave-in-Rock District, Hardin County, Illinois

 
Calcite over Fluorite from Minerva Mine, Cave-in-Rock District, Hardin County, Illinois

DESCRIPTION:No. 14376
Mineral:Calcite over Fluorite
Locality:Minerva Mine, Cave-in-Rock District, Hardin County, Illinois
Description:Classic specimen of translucent, golden calcite crystals up to 15 mm long over purple fluorite. The fluorite crystals are scalenohedral, some twinned. No apparent damage.
Overall Size:7x4x3 cm
Crystals:5-15 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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