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Calcite from Naica District, Saucillo, Chihuahua, Mexico

 
Calcite from Naica District, Saucillo, Chihuahua, Mexico

Calcite from Naica District, Saucillo, Chihuahua, Mexico

DESCRIPTION:No. 34381
Mineral:Calcite
Locality:Naica District, Saucillo, Chihuahua, Mexico
Description:Rhombohedral calcite crystal with pale-pink color and milky interior. The calcite fluoresces orange under UV illumination. The rhombohedral crystal has secondary edge faces. Has patches of tan-colored clay on some surfaces.
Overall Size:4x4x3.5 cm
Crystals:4 cm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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