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Identity HelpFluorite/Sphalerite/Calcite association

4th Nov 2009 20:47 UTCAnonymous User

I was wondering if anyone out there could help me with a question?? I have a specimen that is a very light purple fluorite cube on a sphalerite matrix with little but well formed calcite (dogtooth) crystals on the matrix. I have seen this association commonly in Elmwood material but was curious how common the association of these minerals is? Do specimens from Illinois for instance commonly have these same minerals present? I will try and snap a picture this evening to post but I bought the piece maybe 8 years ago with no locale info, now I'm interested in trying to crack the case. Any help? Thank you.

4th Nov 2009 21:47 UTCRob Woodside 🌟 Manager

Elmwood material is quite distinctive. A photo wolud help. Yes it is a common association.
 
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