Gypsum (Var: Selenite)

Gypsum (Var: Selenite) : Ca[SO₄] · 2H₂O

Locality: Gibralter Mine (incl. "Cave of Swords"), Naica, Mun. de Saucillo, Chihuahua, Mexico

17.5 x 11.0 x 10.5 cm. A DRAMATIC, LARGE CABINET fishtail-twinned selenite specimen on a bit of silicified limestone matrix from Naica, Mexico. The upright fishtail is 10.3 cm wide and 7.5 cm high. These colorless and translucent selenites are a Mexican classic. Old dealer stock of Dr. Gary Hansen from the 1970s or early 80s.

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Gypsum (Var: Selenite)

Gypsum (Var: Selenite) : Ca[SO4] · 2H2O

Gypsum (Var: Selenite) : Ca[SO₄] · 2H₂O