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Calcite (Mn-rich) from Pachapaqui Mine, Bolognesi Province, Ancash Department, Peru

 
Calcite (Mn-rich) from Pachapaqui Mine, Bolognesi Province, Ancash Department, Peru

Calcite (Mn-rich) from Pachapaqui Mine, Bolognesi Province, Ancash Department, Peru

Photo below under shortwave ultraviolet illumination:
Calcite (Mn-rich) from Pachapaqui Mine, Bolognesi Province, Ancash Department, Peru

DESCRIPTION:No. 35796
Mineral:Calcite (Mn-rich)
Locality:Pachapaqui Mine, Bolognesi Province, Ancash Department, Peru
Description:Showy cluster of pink calcite crystals that fluoresce orange under UV illumination. The calcite color is caused by Mn impurities. The calcite crystals are flattened rhombohedrons with lustrous surfaces.
Overall Size:12x7x6 cm
Crystals:4-16 cm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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