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RLIL15B-09
Fluorite (twinned) with Calcite
Sub-Rosiclare Level, Denton Mine, Harris Creek Dist., Illinois, USA
Small Cabinet, 6.3 x 5.3 x 4.2 cm
Ex. Ross Lillie
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This is another uncommon penetration twinned crystal from Illinois. It is lustrous and very slightly translucent with a vibrant, deep purple color. Gemmy colorless calcite crystals preferentially cover certain faces of the fluorite crystals which reach 4 cm across. Mined in July 1993 from the northern extension of the Bahama ore body. Ex. Ross Lillie collection RCL# 0462. Unusually dramatic!

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