“Pancake” Calcite Stacks, Droujba Mine, Bulgaria, 8.5 x 4.5 x 2 cm

Description: “Pancake” Calcite Stacks, Droujba Mine, Laki Deposit, Southern Rhodope Mountains, Bulgaria, 8.5 x 4.5 x 2 cm Description: · Gorgeous cabinet size specimen w/layers of sharp, stacked translucent white Calcite crystals with beautiful surface luster· Very rare and hard to find, especially from this locale · Neat "chain" of stacked rhombohedral white calcites with some transparency· Uniquely shaped like a “stack of pancakes”, with such well-defined intergrown rhombohedrons, neatly stacked together with etched textured surfaces · Source: Droujba Mine, Laki Deposit, Southern Rhodope Mountains, Bulgaria· Size: Overall – approximately 8.5 x 4.5 x 2 cm· Condition: Good, on display in cabinet only. This aesthetic featured specimen is not only rare and hard to find, it is also from a unique locale unlike other similar stacked Calcites. It has excellent form, shape and good formation habits, nice etched textured surfaces, showcasing complex layers of well-defined, sharp and stacked white Calcite crystals with good luster, just like a “stack of pancakes!” The key feature of this specimen is the composition of the calcites – the flattened singular “pancake” stacks of white and translucent rhombohedral calcites with smooth , shiny and nicely etched textured surfaces; the one core stack in the center is as wide as 4 cm and the two other stacks on each side, each are up to 3 cm wide. This featured specimen is in good condition, very sturdy, nice cabinet size, stacks are well-defined with beautiful etched textured surfaces, nice luster especially when placed under light, it illuminates as evident in the pictures. Excellent formation habit, form, structure and shape. Such outstanding properties, this nice specimen certainly speaks for itself and has its own character. It also displays and shows well, stands by itself and certainly is a must have in any mineral collection! This fine quality specimen can be yours for $24 plus shipping and handling. Specimen Background information: Calcite in general belongs to the calcite group of minerals and are composed of calcium carbonate, sometimes with impurities of iron, magnesium, or manganese, and occasionally zinc and cobalt. All members of the calcite group crystallize in the trigonal system, have perfect rhombohedral cleavage, and exhibit strong double refraction in transparent rhombohedrons. They occur in a great variety of shapes and colors, and often constitute a major portion of many of the earth's rocks. Colors range from colorless to white, yellow, brown, orange, pink, red, purple, blue, green, gray, black or even multicolored. The calcite crystals can be transparent to opaque. Crystals may be tabular, acicular, prismatic, flaky, and needle-like. May occur as bundles of scalenohedrons, intergrown rhombohedrons, or they can be hair-like masses of acicular crystals, grainy, stalactitic, fibrous, massive, and earthy. Note: **All specimens are taken in natural and regular lighting only. This featured specimen looks better in person in order to appreciate the true natural color, translucency, form, shape, structure and especially the “pancake” stack formation habits, plus the luster of the well-defined layers of etched textured surfaces of the calcites. Color may be a little different due to the color calibration of each individual monitor or light levels. **As with all genuine mineral specimens, there may be natural occurring inclusions, cleavages, formations, impressions, surface imperfections, including abrasions on the edges due to the excavation process. We have posted close up pictures at all angles for your viewing pleasure in this listing, to show you the fine details, color, form, structure, and overall beauty of this fine specimen. **We will only ship to the 48 contiguous U.S. states (No International). **All orders ship within 3-5 business days after receiving cleared payment. Returns accepted ONLY if item is not as described or shown and must be in the condition it was received. A 10% re-stocking fee will be charged. All returns must be made within 7 calendar days upon receipt of item and buyer pays for return shipping. No returns or refunds are accepted after this time period. All returns must be in original packaging and shipped with Tracking and Insured for full value of the item. Please provide shipping info – shipper, tracking number - to us when package is sent back. Feel free to contact us should you have any questions. Please also visit our other listings. Thank you for stopping by and do come back again.

Price: 24 USD

Location: Sacramento, California

End Time: 2025-01-02T00:11:42.000Z

Shipping Cost: 5.4 USD