Large Calcite Crystals on Matrix Stand Copal amber (or young amber)

Copal amber (or young amber) is a slightly different classification of tree resin than ancient amber

This important pegmatite mineral has a shiny metallic luster when tilted in the light

often called "Tanzanite" for its stunning indigo hue

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Large Calcite Crystals on Matrix Stand Copal amber (or young amber)A large and lovely lemon meringue mineral specimen of Calcite and Drusy Quartz from Chihuahua, Mexico. This stunning piece features large Calcite crystals with a soft yellow and gold color on a bed of sparkly Drusy Quartz. The Calcite crystals are also lightly dusted with a secondary crystal layer of Drusy Quartz creating extra sparkle. When viewed under ultraviolet (UV) light, the Calcite crystals phosphoresce.