Calcite var. Cobaltoan
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December 3, 07:46 PM GMT
Estimate
2,500 - 4,200 USD
Lot Details
Description
Calcite var. Cobaltoan
Bou Azzer Mine, Amerzgane, Ouarzazate Province,
Draa-Tafilalet Region, Morocco
8 by 5 by 1 inches (20.3 x 12.7 x 2.5 cm). Custom lucite base.
A brightly colored calcite specimen rich in the element cobalt, displaying a subtle pink hue and over 100 individual, sharply terminated crystals.
Calcite is a triagonal carbonate mineral found primarily in association with limestone. When placed under warm lighting this particular specimen's aesthetic and sharply defined rhombohedral crystals display a brilliant pink with orange tones.