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Calcite (twinned crystals) from Cave-in-Rock District, Hardin County, Illinois

 
Calcite (twinned crystals) from Cave-in-Rock District, Hardin County, Illinois

Calcite (twinned crystals) from Cave-in-Rock District, Hardin County, Illinois

Calcite (twinned crystals) from Cave-in-Rock District, Hardin County, Illinois

DESCRIPTION:No. 30995
Mineral:Calcite (twinned crystals)
Locality:Cave-in-Rock District, Hardin County, Illinois
Description:Unusual formation of C-axis twinned crystal, but the crystal centers are offset from each other. Though the crystal has damage on one end, the unusual twinning makes this a noteworthy specimen.
Overall Size:10x5x5 cm
Crystals:10 cm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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