Calcite twin (rare Pennsylvania style)

Rheem's Quarry, Aberdeen, Lancaster Co., Pennsylvania
Small Cabinet, 6.5 x 5.4 x 4.4 cm
Start Time: 01/30/2016 6:45:00 pm (CST)
End Time: 02/04/2016 6:30:00 pm (CST)
Auction Closed

Item Description

The form on this RARE calcite twin from an obscure quarry is fascinating. The pristine, translucent, moderately lustrous, oxide-coated &/or included crystal has two twinning planes, multiple penetration-twinned surfaces and is doubly terminated. An outstanding, sculptural and rare calcite valued by the former dealer at $650.

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