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Calcite (twinned crystals) from Egremont, West Cumberland Iron Mining District, Cumbria, England

 
Calcite (twinned crystals) from Egremont, West Cumberland Iron Mining District, Cumbria, England

Calcite (twinned crystals) from Egremont, West Cumberland Iron Mining District, Cumbria, England

Calcite (twinned crystals) from Egremont, West Cumberland Iron Mining District, Cumbria, England

DESCRIPTION:No. 24849
Mineral:Calcite (twinned crystals)
Locality:Egremont, West Cumberland Iron Mining District, Cumbria, England
Description:Two unequal crystals of colorless calcite twinned on a plane running though the middle. The right crystals is about 2/3 of the specimen, the left is 1/3. The crystals are translucent, with clean surfaces and striated faces. Ex. James Underhill #142
Overall Size:6x5x4.5 cm
Crystals:5 cm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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