Calcite

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Strontian Mine, Strontian, Ardnamurchan, Highland, Scotland
1783
Episodic calcite mineralisation at Strontian mine in Scotland has produced some interesting fluorescent effects. A fairly ordinary calcite specimen in daylight takes on a eye-catching range of colours in short wave ultra-violet light and highlights the 'mercedes' pattern in the crystal terminations.
Formula: CaCO3
Status: Sold
Dimensions: 58x53x35mm
Size: Miniature (M)
Full set of UK Journal of Mines and Minerals No 1-34
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