Mineral Specimen #6768 Axinite, Calcite
Miracle Mountain Mine, Garnet Hill, near Volcano, Calaveras Co., California
6.5 x 4 x 2.9 cm
2.6 x 1.6 x 1.1 in
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Ex. Norm Woods, Coll. By J. Seibel & H. Gordon, 1984
An Axinite specimen from a small find which is the typical brown color with a hint of purple. It is partially covered with white colored Calcite which is not listed for the location on mindat (nor are there any pictures of Axiite) but does fizz with a drop of vinegar.
Condition: Fairly Good
Flaws: None of the Axinite crystals are complete. The Calcite is in good condition.
This mineral is also found in the following galleries: Minerals From California and Nevada | Sorosilicates | Quartz | Minerals Priced Between 25 and 49 Dollars