DT twinned Calcite, Barite & Fluorite (old) ex Obodda

Matlock, Derbyshire, England
Small Cabinet, 9.5 x 6.7 x 3.5 cm
Start Time: 08/09/2014 6:30:00 pm (CDT)
End Time: 08/14/2014 6:30:00 pm (CDT)
Auction Closed

Item Description

A most fascinating and sculptural old-time combination from this well-known ore field. The 6.2 cm, beautiful, gemmy, light amber calcite crystal is doubly terminated and twinned. It lies on a matrix of mostly gemmy light purple fluorite cubes, which have been coated by drusy barite and also forms the striking stalactites. The gemmy tip of the calcite has overgrown the drusy barite creating a fabulous phantom. Highly unusual and rare, but yet, most intriguing combination material. Choice material from the Herb Obodda dealer stock. Valued by Herb at $700, more than five years ago.

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