Calcite

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Calcite

Rotherhope Fell Mine, Alston Moor, Cumbria, England

Reference: 393

Unusual calcite specimen from this famous mine. The larger crystals have formed along the edge of the specimen and elongated in the same direction. The underlying quartz crystals are dusted with small calcite and on the rear there are cubic negative epimorphs suggesting earlier fluorite that has dissolved away.

Formula: CaCO₃

Status: Sold

Dimensions: 120x110x30mm

Size: Large Cabinet (L)