XX089 - Mercedes Benz Calcite, Chalcopyrite Modified and the hazel from Baryte

and the hazel from Baryte

and when backlit

The association of Fluorite with Quartz is one of the most desirable combinations in mineral collecting

From an old mine in the northern part of the Gobi Desert can be found aesthetic specimens of glassy clear Fluorites in varying shades of green and even colourless variants

- Main Unit

XX089 - Mercedes Benz Calcite, Chalcopyrite Modified and the hazel from BaryteXX089 is a cluster of clear white Calcites affectionately termed "Mercedes Benz Calcite". Exhibiting trigonal habit, these Calcites are unique due to the formation of a band of Chalcopyrite along the trigonal edges. Converging at the point where all trigonal sides meet, it forms the distinctive logo of the luxury car maker, hence the tradename. XX089 is matrix free, and the Calcites are highly lustrous with thick Chalcopyrite bands displaying colours