Hematite-included Calcite (old classic)

Stank Mine, Barrow, Cumbria, England
Cabinet, 10.9 x 9.8 x 4.9 cm
Start Time: 07/21/2017 6:45:00 pm (CDT)
End Time: 07/27/2017 6:46:02 pm (CDT)
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Item Description

A classic and sculptural large old-time "pincushion" calcite from the famous Stank Mine. Many of the very glassy, gemmy, nailhead scalenohedrons have preferential classic and desirable rust-red hematite inclusions for which the mine is famous. The mine was only active from 1871-1901, but still produced some very fine calcites of this typical style. Essentially pristine, with very few, hard-to-see bruised crystals. Valued at $1000-1250.

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