Empire State Mine Calcite Specimen
Empire State Mine Calcite Specimen
This is a stunning, large Calcite specimen hailing from the Empire State Zinc Corp. Mine in Balmat, New York. This mine has become famous for its pink Calcite, but this specimen was an unusual white and clear variety. Very faintly pink at the bottom. Amazing gemmy quality filled with rainbows. it was very difficult to capture in a photo but it is very impressive in person. Sits up nicely for display.
You will receive the exact Calcite shown.
Size: 6.5in x 3.5in x 4in
Weight: 2.72lb
Ships within 3 business days
Locality: Empire State Zinc Corp Mine #4, 4051 Level, Balmat, New York, USA
This stunning Calcite is a recent discovery from a Zinc mine in Balmat, NY. The mine owners have an agreement with one distributor who has sole access to this material. Beautiful specimens whose value will only continue to grow over time.