Dog tooth calcite from Mexico
$58.00
Sale price
$58.00
Regular price
Skip to product information
This is a specimen of Dogtooth Calcite,weighs in at one pound and is roughly 5x4.5inches. Dogtooth calcite is a type of calcite that forms in sharp, pointed crystals resembling dog teeth. It is a calcium carbonate mineral and can be found in various colors, including white, yellow, brown, and gray. Dogtooth calcite often grows in open spaces like caves, geodes, and veins, frequently on a limestone matrix. The color of the specimen in the image appears to be a tan/brown, which can be attributed to impurities.
Dogtooth calcite is known for its unique crystal structure, which consists of multiple scalenohedral crystals. This structure makes it a popular mineral for collectors.
Dog tooth calcite from Mexico
$58.00
Sale price
$58.00
Regular price