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Calcite with Conichalcite inclusions from Mapimi District, Durango, Mexico

 
Calcite with Conichalcite inclusions from Mapimi District, Durango, Mexico

Calcite with Conichalcite inclusions from Mapimi District, Durango, Mexico

DESCRIPTION:No. 45016
Mineral:Calcite with Conichalcite inclusions
Locality:Mapimi District, Durango, Mexico
Description:Transparent colorless calcite crystals with green conichalcite crystals easily visible included in the calcite. The calcite crystals are rhombohedral form with lustrous faces that have subtle crystallization patterns on the surfaces. Ex. Chas. W. Velte Jr. (1914-1987)
Overall Size:3x3x1.5 cm
Crystals:1-11 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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