Manganoan Calcite - "The Pink Pagodas". Chenzhou. Hunan. China. ...

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Manganoan Calcite - "The Pink Pagodas"
Chenzhou
Hunan
China

This massive example of Manganoan Calcite came from a famous find in 2015 in remote Chenzhou, China. The exceptional cluster has been dubbed "The Pink Pagodas" due to its unique style. This spectacular example features dozens of tiered crystal towers. Each crystal displays strong luster and is tightly intergrown with a flat rhombohedral shape ("poker-chips") creating immense pink columns. This cabinet-sized specimen displays a nice, classic pastel pink color and great form. When viewed under ultra-violet light, this specimen will glow a bright neon-orange. This highly aesthetic specimen is in great condition and displays 360-degrees while sitting on a limestone matrix.
Overall Measurements: 9.84 x 7.68 x 7.09 inches (25.00 x 19.50 x 18.00 cm)


[Scale: 1 inch, with mark at 1 cm]

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