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Calcite with sand inclusions from Rattlesnake Butte (Devils Hill), Shannon County, South Dakota

 
Calcite with sand inclusions from Rattlesnake Butte (Devils Hill), Shannon County, South Dakota

Calcite with sand inclusions from Rattlesnake Butte (Devils Hill), Shannon County, South Dakota

DESCRIPTION:No. 32954
Mineral:Calcite with sand inclusions
Locality:Rattlesnake Butte (Devils Hill), Shannon County, South Dakota
Description:Cluster of several calcite crystals with sand inclusions - a classic formation. These specimens used to be labeled siliceous calcite. All crystals are complete and undamaged. Ex. A. Lincoln Sherk II, MD. (1896-1970); ex. Petersen
Overall Size:8x6x5 cm
Crystals:1-6 cm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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