Ring of Calcite Crystals on Micro Sphalerite from Nanisivik Mine, Nunavut

141.41$

Fantastic specimen of a ring of Calcite Crystals on Micro Sphalerite from Nanisivik Mine.

The Nanisivik Mine was a zinc-lead mine located on Baffin Island in Nunavut, Canada. It operated between 1976 and 2002, making it Canada’s first mine in the Arctic. The mine was situated 750 km (470 mi) north of the Arctic Circle and was known for its unique location and innovative operations.

  • Minerals: calcite, sphalerite
  • Locality: Nanisivik Mine, Baffin Island, Nunavut, Canada
  • Size: 3 x 2.6 x 2  inches
  • Weight: 112 g
SKU: ring-calcite Category: Tags: ,

Product Details

  • Ring of Calcite Crystals on Micro Sphalerite from Nanisivik Mine, Nunavut.
  • Large, aesthetic specimen of interconnected calcite spheres forming a ring.
  • The mineral showcased is unique and is the one that will be sent out.
  • Ideal for all types of collectors.

Minera Emporium Fine Mineral Collection

Minera Emporium’s fine mineral collection offers a wide range of ethically, internationally-sourced, high quality minerals for seasoned collectors who not only acquire specimens for their aesthetics or interest in mineralogy, but view these specimens as valuable alternative investments.

These unique specimens, such as this Ring of Calcite Crystals on Micro Sphalerite from Nanisivik Mine, are hand-selected for the quality of their features, and are of interest either for aesthetic, scientific or historical reasons. Collectors are invited to contact us for private shopping opportunities. We enjoy keeping in mind special requests when sourcing our specimens.