Chalcedony on Blue Lace Agate and Calcite - VAR 070

Measurements:  43 x 32 x 25 mm

Description:  A thin layer of sparkling, minute crystals of blue chalcedony, sits on blue lace agate and greenish calcite.

The chalcedony has a few small nicks on the top, while the edges of the specimen are damaged.

Weight of Specimen:  44.5 g

Chemical Composition:  SiO₂ (quartz)
                                       CaCO₃  (calcite)

Hardness on Mohs Scale:  (quartz)  7
                                          (calcite)  3

Location:  Ysterputs mine, Karasburg Region, Namibia.

Specimen Code:  VAR 070

US $ 17

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