Wendel-Minerals | Item: 6399 - Calcite-Samson Mine | St. Andreasberg | Harz | Lower Saxony

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Samson Mine | St. Andreasberg | Harz | Lower Saxony | Germany

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Article ID

6399

Size

8.1 x 5.0 x 2.9 cm

Size Description

Small Cabinet

Status

SOLD

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Description

The Samson Mine, which was closed almost 125 years ago in 1910, produced during its operating period, remarkably beautiful Calcite specimens with a multitude of crystal forms. Many of these finds found homes in many of the most important collections of the world, and subsequently have become sought-after classics among collectors. I am excited to be able to offer a stunning example of these classics: a specimen adorned with numerous short prismatic, yet elegant Calcite crystals measuring up to 2 cm. They are nicely six-sided, with the triangular base form clearly visible. The lower sections of the crystals are colorless and clear, almost transparent, capped with a millimeter or two of opaque white that is topped with perfect flat terminations. This habit and color combination is very typical for the Samson Mine that never ceases to excite.