Calcite var. Iceland Spar

Calcite var. Iceland Spar from Helgustadir Mine, Eskifjord, Iceland

Collection

John Betts - Fine Minerals

Description

Transparent cleavage fragment of colorless Calcite variety Iceland Spar. The double refraction is clearly apparent in the blurry lines. Ex. Peter B. Nalle (1923-2010) collection #176; originally acquired in 1933.

Locality

Helgustadir Mine, Eskifjord, Iceland

Dimensions

22 x 22 x 16 mm.


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