Calcite and Celestine, Double Terminated Crystals on matrix
Pugh Quarry, Custar, Ohio
3.54 cm x 2.1 cm x 1.7 cm
Here is a absolutely beautiful specimen of blue Celestine crystals and Calcite crystals on matrix!
Even though this was mounted on edge by its original owner to fit in a Perky box, mounted as seen here, it does not. So call it a small miniature or extra large thumbnail.
The matrix of dolomite is covered with small scalenohedral crystals
of calcite, many of which are double terminated.
The beautiful blue crystals of celestine / celestite are all perfectly terminated, and a beautiful color contrast to the calcite and matrix.
On top is a perfect double terminated crystal of celestine.
The original hand written label that was attached to the old perky box says 1975, so not sure if that is when it was dug of bought.
The bottom will be included with the specimen.
