{"product_id":"calcite-on-galena-dolomite-sweetwater-mine-missouri-usa","title":"Calcite on Galena \u0026 Dolomite - Sweetwater Mine, Missouri, USA","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn attractive \u003cstrong\u003ecalcite on galena and dolomite\u003c\/strong\u003e specimen from the \u003cstrong\u003eSweetwater Mine, Missouri, USA\u003c\/strong\u003e, recently obtained from the Bill Rouslin collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis substantial specimen features a striking arrangement of \u003cstrong\u003elarge, translucent calcite crystals\u003c\/strong\u003e displaying soft honey-yellow, cream and pale champagne tones. The crystals exhibit broad, reflective faces and well-developed terminations, with several prominent crystals projecting outward at different angles. Their overlapping arrangement creates an impressive three-dimensional composition, while subtle internal cloudiness and variations in transparency add visual depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe calcite crystals rest on a contrasting matrix of \u003cstrong\u003emetallic grey galena and pale, finely crystallized dolomite\u003c\/strong\u003e. The combination of substantial calcite crystals and the textured mineral matrix creates an appealing contrast between smooth, lustrous crystal faces and sparkling granular surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Sweetwater Mine is a \u003cstrong\u003eclassic Missouri locality\u003c\/strong\u003e known for its calcite and associated lead-zinc minerals. With its generous crystal size, attractive natural coloration and well-balanced mineral association, this specimen makes an impressive cabinet display piece and a desirable addition to a classic American mineral collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinerals:\u003c\/strong\u003e Calcite, Galena, Dolomite\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLocality:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sweetwater Mine, Missouri, USA\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal System:\u003c\/strong\u003e Calcite – Trigonal; Galena – Isometric; Dolomite – Trigonal\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMineral Class:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carbonate; Sulfide\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProvenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ex Bill Rouslin Collection #514\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12 × 9 × 5 cm\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rocky Mountain Minerals and Fossils","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53433013043482,"sku":null,"price":165.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0679\/6011\/1386\/files\/calcite-galena-dolomite-sweetwater-mine-missouri_01.jpg?v=1794448804","url":"https:\/\/keithrocks.ca\/products\/calcite-on-galena-dolomite-sweetwater-mine-missouri-usa","provider":"Rocky Mountain Minerals and Fossils","version":"1.0","type":"link"}