Rare matrix Boracite xls (Type Locality)

Item Description

Boracite is a rare borate found in evaporite deposits and this RARE and EXCELLENT matrix specimen is from the Type Locality - the famous Kalkberg Hill of Lower Saxony, Germany. Sharp, translucent, greenish, orthorhombic boracite crystals to 5 mm are nicely scattered in a cluster or as isolated crystals on the anhydrite matrix. The lustrous, brass-yellow pyrite cube cluster REALLY adds character to this OUTSTANDING specimen from the George Elling Collection. Very rare in matrix richness, quality and association with pyrite. Older material. Valued $750