DT Calcite incl. w/ Copper (superb) Dr. Matthius Mangold Coll.

Quincy Mine, Houghton Co., Michigan
Thumbnail, 2.6 x 1.9 x 1.8 cm
Start Time: 08/16/2018 6:30:00 pm (CDT)
End Time: 08/23/2018 6:30:00 pm (CDT)
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Item Description

A superb doubly terminated copper in calcite thumbnail crystal from the famous Quincy Mine. The glassy, transparent crystal is richly included with bright copper and copper dendrites are embedded in the crystal faces. Essentially pristine, with only a trivial wilber on one tip. The attachment is on the bottom. This is one of the most sought-after calcite varietals in the world. An exceptional old-time thumbnail from the Dr. Matthius Mangold Collection and acquired in Heidelberg in 1976. Seldom on the market in this quality and richness,an old piece and a competitive quality thumbnail. valued $750-1000.

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