Calcite and Rhodochrosite with Sphalerite (Ref: PE1138)
Zacatecas, Mexico
42mm x 38mm x 25mm
$400
A rare and stunning specimen from a rare Mexican locality. Pink Rhodochrosite crystals, up to 5 mm in size, are scattered on a nicely contrasting matrix and a spherical aggregate of white Calcite to 2 cm is aesthetically perched atop the specimen. A small cluster of shiny black Sphalerite to 7 mm is nestled at the base of the Calcite. Mindat shows an example from this unknown locality in Zacatecas, which is known for its silver mines hosting Rhodochrosite and Sphalerite. A must have locality piece for any collector of Rhodochrosite and / or Mexico.ex. Paul Edwards collection; ex. Bob Griffis collection
Data last checked on 27th Nov 2025
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