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Dogtooth Calcite – Forêt de Fresse, Jura, France
Offered here is a stunning and highly aesthetic specimen of dogtooth calcite, originating from the well-known locality of Forêt de Fresse, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, Jura Mountains, France.

Description:
This fine specimen features densely packed, sharp, and elongated scalenohedral calcite crystals, commonly referred to as "dogtooth" due to their pointed shape. The crystals display a bright white to slightly creamy tone with a beautiful natural luster.

Special Features:

UV reactive – glows under ultraviolet light

Origin: Forêt de Fresse, Jura, France

Crystal habit: Classic scalenohedral "dogtooth" formation

Condition: Excellent, damage-free – a true display-quality piece

Forêt de Fresse, Jura , Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, France

Calcite Dogtooth - Height: 75 mm - Width: 65 mm- 224 g - (1)

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Paleogene, Eocene (56 - 33.9 million years)

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