Diamond Calcite from Tonglushan Mine, Daye Co, China

Dimension: 3.2cm x 3cm x 2.5cm
Weight: 22g
Locality: Tonglushan Mine, Daye Co., Huangshi Prefecture, Hubei Province, China
 
Gemmy Calcite translucent to transparent from the famous Daye Copper Mine comprise this excellent piece. The Calcite have great luster and a bright pinkish-orange fluorescence under UV lighting (365 nm). The locals called this the Diamond Calcite as it resembles the diamond shape. This small deposit of about 10 years ago was quickly depleted and these are all but impossible to find anymore. The rare and precious piece can be displayed from a number of angles, outstanding!  Comes with a high quality acrylic display box.
 
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