{"product_id":"calcite-crystal-cluster-virginia-city-nevada-33-2-oz","title":"Calcite Crystal Cluster | Virginia City, Nevada | 33.2 oz","description":"\u003cp\u003eA premium display specimen from Virginia City, Nevada, carrying a dense landscape of translucent to milky calcite crystals over natural matrix. The piece features a dramatic crystal-lined central cavity surrounded by layers of sparkling intergrown crystals, giving it depth from every angle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMineral:\u003c\/strong\u003e Calcite crystal cluster on matrix\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 33.2 oz (941 g \/ 2.08 lb)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocality:\u003c\/strong\u003e Virginia City, Storey County, Nevada — Comstock Lode Mining District\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGeological age:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 10–15 million years old (specimen information supplied with the piece; the exact growth age of the individual crystals is not separately documented)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural, unpolished collector specimen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGeology:\u003c\/strong\u003e In the Comstock district, mineral-rich hydrothermal fluids circulated through fractures and cavities in volcanic rock. Cooling fluids deposited crystals along open surfaces, producing the layered crystal coverage and natural cavity seen in this specimen.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e Calcite is relatively soft (Mohs 3). Handle by the matrix, avoid impacts, acids, ultrasonic cleaners and household chemicals. Dust gently with a soft dry brush.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMetaphysical note:\u003c\/strong\u003e In spiritual traditions, calcite is associated with clarity, grounding and focus. These are beliefs only and are not scientific or medical claims.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCurated by The Hidden Bazaar.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelated collector minerals:\u003c\/strong\u003e Browse \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/comstock-lode-virginia-city-mineral-specimens\"\u003eVirginia City minerals\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/stones-treasures\"\u003enatural rocks and minerals\u003c\/a\u003e at The Hidden Bazaar. Review the photographs, reported origin, weight and condition for this individual specimen.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Hidden Bazaar","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47354277429446,"sku":"CALCITE-VIRGINIA-CITY-33-2OZ","price":225.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0761\/9405\/4342\/files\/IMG_4435.jpg?v=1789843420","url":"https:\/\/thehiddenbazaar.com\/products\/calcite-crystal-cluster-virginia-city-nevada-33-2-oz","provider":"THEHIDDENBAZAAR","version":"1.0","type":"link"}