Calcite Phantom Scalenohedral Twinning Todorokite Crystal Cluster Miniature Mounted Mineral Specimen Rocks and Minerals Maryland USA

This specimen is a beautiful example of crystal structure! This is a scalenohedral (or stellar beam) calcite crystal cluster. The calcite is a burnished golden yellow shade, and has excellent light reflection. The curved terminations on the crystals are sharp and clean! This particular crystal also features a stunning todorokite phantom growth, and a unique contact twin between two lovely crystals. The cluster is attached to a clear plate, and is ready for display. This miniature mounted specimen is truly unique and striking, and would offer a lot of beauty to any specimen collection. Locality: GenStar Quarry, Medford, Maryland, USA. Dimensions: 1.13" x 1.00" x 1.00" (29mm x 26mm x 26mm) Weight: n/a (mounted) Formation: Calcite is a calcium carbonate mineral that forms in a multitude of growth habits. One of these is scalenohedral, or bipyramidal, crystals. Todorokite is a rare, complex manganese oxide mineral. Phantoms are a visible "stop and start" in a crystal's lifespan--it is often delineated by a secondary mineral growth. Healing: Yellow calcite is connected to insight, clarity of perception, and willpower. Phantom growths are believed to help see the bigger picture in life, and to lead to opportunities for growth. *Though many gems and minerals have historical and cultural associations with healing properties, these items are sold for display, study, and collector interest only. Check out more crystals and specimens in my Etsy shop: http://www.etsy.com/shop/PhenomenalGems?ref=si_shop