Benz Calcite Med Magnesite several include multiple pipefish specimens

several include multiple pipefish specimens on the same slab

are found in a matrix of thick

These large

highly variable Chalcedony spheres are almost geode-like in appearance and one can clearly see the process of geode or agate formation in progress in each specimen

often radiating outward from a central axis

Benz Calcite Med Magnesite several include multiple pipefish specimensA relatively new and exciting addition to the mineral world, the so called Benz calcite comes from specific formations in Hubei, China, where some truly impressive specimens like this very rarely emerge from the mines. These incredible collectors pieces each one of a kind feature massive semitransparent calcite crystals, many of which feature coatings of fine, incredibly brilliant pyrite and chalcopyrite. The Benz part of the name comes from the tip