Superb Calcite pagodas with Hematite inclusions

Item Description

This is definitely on the very finest and most spectacular large calcites, that we have offered at auction. Each of the incredible, pagoda-like, highly lustrous, stepped-growth, calcite scalenohedrons is capped by a gemmy, complex rhombohedron on this the surreal field of towers. The dramatic preferential inclusions of rust-red hematite accentuate every one of the pagodas. The crystals remind me of classic, old-time, Shullsburg, Wisconsin material, but to my mind, this one is far superior, due to striking hematite inclusions. This is an absolutely topflight, highly unusual and strikingly beautiful, LARGE CABINET, Chinese calcite, that is very minimally impacted by a couple of broken pagodas and modest periphery wear. Very rare and superb in this style, quality and size. Valued at $1500-1750.