Phantom Calcite & Galena (Wolfe Coll.)

Item Description

An impressive, 10.0 cm calcite spearpoint is dramatically set on the large mounded limestone matrix covered with matte-finish galena cuboctahedrons and clusters of contrasting golden chalcopyrite sphenoids on this sculptural and very fine combination from the famous Sweetwater Mine. The glassy, lustrous and translucent calcite has light straw-yellow color which is enhanced by the stepped-growth faces and striking light interior phantoms noted in three of the parallel-growth crystals. The large calcite is pristine and the cleaved tips to the side cars on one side are certainly only a modest detraction to this very sculptural and excellent 360-degree combination from the Tom Wolfe Calcite Collection. A striking and classic calcite and galena combination with multiple fine display views.