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Calcite-Aragonite from Bermuda

 
Calcite-Aragonite from Bermuda

Calcite-Aragonite from Bermuda

Calcite-Aragonite from Bermuda

DESCRIPTION:No. 48479
Mineral:Calcite-Aragonite
Locality:Bermuda
Description:Translucent pale yellow-brown calcium carbonate crystals in a layered formation, tentatively described as aragonite by early collectors based on the low temperature-pressure occurrence, but could also be the polymorph calcite. Uncommon locality. Ex. Joe Cilen (1916-1997) #8143; ex. Andrew G. Toussaint (1906-1974); ex. Edward B. Underhill (1809-1888)
Overall Size:8x7.5x5 cm
Crystals:4-8 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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