Fluorescent Calcite (UV) crystals on Galena matrix Specimen - Height: 9.5 cm - Width: 8 cm- 795 g

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Fluorescent Calcite (UV) crystals on Galena matrix specimen from Krushev dol Mine, Madan Municipality, Smolyan Province, Bulgaria.

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Fluorescent Calcite (UV) crystals on Galena matrix from Krushev dol Mine, Madan Municipality, Smolyan Province, Bulgaria.

A striking specimen featuring fluorescent calcite crystals perched on a galena matrix from the renowned Krushev dol Mine, Madan Municipality, Smolyan Province, Bulgaria. Under UV light, the calcite displays a vivid glow, creating a captivating visual contrast against the metallic luster of well-formed galena.

Krushev Dol Mine, located in the famous Madan ore field, is celebrated for producing elegant calcite and quartz combinations with unique surface textures due to secondary mineralization. This piece perfectly captures both the region’s distinctive mineralogy and aesthetic flair, making it an outstanding display for collectors seeking classic Bulgarian specimens with added colour and character.

Fluorescent Calcite (UV) crystals on Galena matrix from Krushev dol Mine, Madan Municipality, Smolyan Province, Bulgaria.

A striking specimen featuring fluorescent calcite crystals perched on a galena matrix from the renowned Krushev dol Mine, Madan Municipality, Smolyan Province, Bulgaria. Under UV light, the calcite displays a vivid glow, creating a captivating visual contrast against the metallic luster of well-formed galena.

Krushev Dol Mine, located in the famous Madan ore field, is celebrated for producing elegant calcite and quartz combinations with unique surface textures due to secondary mineralization. This piece perfectly captures both the region’s distinctive mineralogy and aesthetic flair, making it an outstanding display for collectors seeking classic Bulgarian specimens with added colour and character.

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Main Mineral
Fluorescent Calcite (UV) crystals on Galena matrix
Mineral Form
Specimen
Weight
795 g
Origin (Region/ City)
Krushev dol Mine, Madan Municipality, Smolyan Province
Country of Origin
Bulgaria
Height
9.5 cm
Width
8 cm
Depth
6 cm
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