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| DESCRIPTION: | No. 44877 |
| Mineral: | Calcite |
| Locality: | Rosiclare District, Hardin County, Illinois |
| Description: | Doubly-terminated translucent pale-yellow calcite crystals with remnants of purple fluorite in the bottom. The calcite crystals have silky surface luster and the faces have complex crystallization patterns throughout. One end has a cleaved corner. Ex. Steve Chamberlain collection #5716; originally acquired in 1983 |
| Overall Size: | 13.5x6x5 cm |
| Crystals: | 50-135 mm |
| Archived: | For reference only |
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