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Calcite on Ettringite

Calcite on Ettringite

sold
Locality
N'Chwanning Mine, Kuruman, South Africa
Minerals
Calcite, Ettringite
Dimensions
3.4 x 2.5 x 2 cm
Size class
Miniature
SID
AF785

Large, translucent Ettringite crystals to1.5cm with attached elongated white Calcite crystals.  I obtained this specimen 15 years ago from a collection.  While some Ettringites can develop a brown surface alteration, this specimen has retained is bright yellow color.  Teh Calcites add contrast and a nice composition t the specimen, 3.4 x 2.5 x 2 cm.