Calcite (RARE Spain - unusual style) ex Orellana Coll.

Setares Mine, Otanes, Cantabria, Spain
Cabinet, 12.7 x 8.4 x 6.3 cm
Start Time: 11/18/2016 6:45:00 pm (CST)
End Time: 11/26/2016 6:30:00 pm (CST)
Auction Closed

Item Description

A RARE large calcite of very uncommon style from a most uncommon Cantabria Province locale and the Orellana Collection. This striking two-sided piece looks like a multi-headed coral! The striking tan spiky coral heads have a secondary white calcite overgrowth adding much pizzazz. MINDAT lists neither Otanes or Setares, which are small hamlets or place names in the province. ALL of the 73 calcite photos in the MINDAT photo gallery for Cantabria Province are either rhombs or scalenohedrons, with only one cave formation stalactite or helectite shown. A highly unusual and rare Spanish calcite, that is essentially pristine. It displays great from either side, without aid.

Did You Know We Offer Custom Bases?

Learn More