Fluorescent Calcite crystals on Pyrite Specimen - Height: 11.5 cm - Width: 9 cm- 800 g

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Fluorescent Calcite crystals on Pyrite, a specimen from Trepča Mine, Trepča complex, Mitrovica, Mitrovica District, Kosovo.

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Fluorescent Calcite crystals on Pyrite from Trepča Mine, Trepča complex, Mitrovica, Mitrovica District, Kosovo.

A visually captivating cluster of fluorescent calcite crystals perched on lustrous pyrite from the renowned Trepča Mine, Trepča complex, Mitrovica District, Kosovo. Under ultraviolet light, the calcite crystals display an impressive glow, highlighting the sharp, well-formed shapes contrasted by the brilliant metallic sheen of the pyrite matrix.

Specimens from Trepča are sought after for their striking fluorescence, high crystal quality, and historical significance in European mineralogy. This piece stands out as a fine example from a classic locality and is ideal for display, scientific study, or discerning collectors.

The Trepča Mine is celebrated as one of Europe’s premier mineral localities, renowned for the diversity and beauty of its sulfide minerals. This specimen captures both the visual allure and the rich mining heritage of the region, making it a coveted addition for collectors seeking classic Balkan minerals or a distinctive display piece from Kosovo’s mineralogical crown jewel.

Fluorescent Calcite crystals on Pyrite from Trepča Mine, Trepča complex, Mitrovica, Mitrovica District, Kosovo.

A visually captivating cluster of fluorescent calcite crystals perched on lustrous pyrite from the renowned Trepča Mine, Trepča complex, Mitrovica District, Kosovo. Under ultraviolet light, the calcite crystals display an impressive glow, highlighting the sharp, well-formed shapes contrasted by the brilliant metallic sheen of the pyrite matrix.

Specimens from Trepča are sought after for their striking fluorescence, high crystal quality, and historical significance in European mineralogy. This piece stands out as a fine example from a classic locality and is ideal for display, scientific study, or discerning collectors.

The Trepča Mine is celebrated as one of Europe’s premier mineral localities, renowned for the diversity and beauty of its sulfide minerals. This specimen captures both the visual allure and the rich mining heritage of the region, making it a coveted addition for collectors seeking classic Balkan minerals or a distinctive display piece from Kosovo’s mineralogical crown jewel.

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Main Mineral
Fluorescent Calcite crystals on Pyrite
Mineral Form
Specimen
Weight
800 g
Origin (Region/ City)
Trepča Mine, Trepča complex, Mitrovica, Mitrovica District
Country of Origin
Kosovo
Height
11.5 cm
Width
9 cm
Depth
7 cm
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