Fluorite enclosed in Calcite (superb) ex D. Elliott Coll.

Minerva No. 1 Mine, Cave-in-Rock, Hardin Co., Illinois
Cabinet, 10.1 x 7.8 x 4.4 cm
Start Time: 12/03/2009 6:30:00 pm (CST)
End Time: 12/10/2009 6:47:44 pm (CST)
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Item Description

An extremely aesthetic and unique CABINET specimen of a gem, yellow, fluorite corner enclosed in lustrous, colorless, calcite rhombs from the famous Minerva #1 Mine of Illinois. The water-clear, rich yellow, fluorite corner has hints of purple as a nifty accent. Outstanding material from the Duncan Elliott Collection. Try to find another like it! A must for the species or locality collector....i certainly have never seen one quite like this. Valued $1500-1800

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