Rare Dogtooth Calcite with Iridescent Marcasite 4

Description

This is a very special and rare specimen of dogtooth Calcite with a natural coating of marcasite crystals that are iridescent in red, green and gold depending upon the light and angle of viewing. Gold and green are the predominant colors. When this piece is viewed at the correct angle it reminds us of a goose or swan getting ready to fly. This unique specimen is from Brushy Creek in Reynolds County, Missouri. This fine treasure is from the E&L Roth Western North Carolina 33 year worldwide mineral collection.

This specimen weighs 1.2 oz (35g) and measures 2.4 x 1.5 x 1.2 inches (6.2 x 3.8 x 3 cm)