CalciteA beautiful crystallized mound of nearly colorless, gemmy, modified rhombohedra of Calcite from the world famous Sherman Mine in Leadville. This locality is arguably the most productive specimen producer in Leadville, despite the fact that over 10 million ounces of Silver came out in a period lasting around 11 years (started 1968 1970 and reopened 1975 1982). The Leadville mining district was the most productive silver mining region in Colorado. As of

Twins of this size

To the best of my knowledge

slightly elongated

A great quality piece from Huanuni

and the midges make for a great contrast against the "rice grain"-esque beetles frozen inside

or anywhere else in Myanmar

translucent greenish-brown colored Siderite crystals and minor grey crystals of the rare sulfide

This piece features several stunning

"sword"-shaped crystals of Vivianite with white bladed Barite and minor metamorphosed Sandstone

A classic association specimen from one of the most well-known mines in Bolivia

I will say that this is certainly one of the more aesthetic crystal groups from this find

There are also some small gem Quartz crystals on most of the specimens found as well