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

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

DESCRIPTION:No. 27462
Mineral:Celestine in Calcite
Locality:Mojina Mine, 5.6 km SW of Constitución, Chihuahua, Mexico
Description:Single crystal of blue celestine (celestite) in white calcite matrix. The dense nature of this deposit resulted in crystals growing together (unterminated). The color is internally zoned with areas of deeper blue surrounded by blue-gray.
Overall Size:6x5x3 cm
Crystals:4 cm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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