Calcite (2 generations with iron oxide inclusions)

Item Description

Calcite is found in literally thousands of localities around the world, but these dramatic and iconic specimens from Leiping stand out as some of the most eye-catching and unique examples of the species from anywhere. This is a very attractive small cabinet specimen featuring sharp rhombic Calcite crystals which are included with dark reddish-brown Hematite, and partially coated by a second generation of partially gemmy, silvery colored Calcite to create a dramatic effect. In fact, if you look on the back on the piece, you can see that the larger crystal is cleaved, and virtually white/colorless in the center, so there are multiple layers of deposition going on here, from the initial Calcite to the coating of iron oxide (likely Hematite), to the next deposition of Calcite at the end. I love the beautiful two-tone effect on the piece. It's a very showy and eye-catching specimens that actually sits wonderfully on its own without the aid of a base or clay. Excellent condition on the display side, though the piece is cleaved on the back. These are some of my favorite Calcites for their sheer visceral beauty and the fact that this color combo really makes them stand out from almost anything you've seen. If you collect worldwide Calcites or minerals of China don't miss out on this attractive display specimen. Priced at $3,000 in the inventory. From the collection of Kurt Hefendehl (#218 C), a well-known German collector all over Europe with worldwide contacts to dealers and collectors. He started collecting seriously at the age of 14 and his great and varied worldwide collection reached over 6000 pieces. He was very active mineralogically until shortly before his passing in 2020 at the age of 82. Considering his collection had a large number of pieces, it still had an unusually high standard of quality from most worldwide localities. He particularly specialized in all classics as well as minerals of the Black Forest, where he spent much time collecting. His Black Forest and German subcollections went to his good friend Wolfgang Wendel. We at The Arkenstone have the privilege of offering the remainder of this great worldwide collection over the next two to three years through our various platforms.