A famous find in the 1970s by the late Bud Erhle, the signature calcite “fingers" of Carter County have long been a sought-after classic for collectors. Formed in concretion in the Pierre and bear paw shale, there are actually apparently several locales for the material. The crystal forms are often coated in a thick late-stage crust that is only removed by vinegar etching. Baryte, and selenite are known to form as well in the same concretions, which on occasion have fossils.
This is a classic miniature example of the historic and classic calcite “fingers” from Carter County. No damage is present to the crystal. This piece has been treated at some point with vinegar to remove the crusts. Non permanently mounted to acrylic.
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(2.0 × 0.2 × 0.2 in - 5.0 × 0.5 × 0.5 cm) 0.5oz / 15g (with base)
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A famous find in the 1970s by the late Bud Erhle, the signature calcite “fingers" of Carter County have long been a sought-after classic for collectors. Formed in concretion in the Pierre and bear paw shale, there are actually apparently several locales for the material. The crystal forms are often coated in a thick late-stage crust that is only removed by vinegar etching. Baryte, and selenite are known to form as well in the same concretions, which on occasion have fossils.
This is a classic miniature example of the historic and classic calcite “fingers” from Carter County. No damage is present to the crystal. This piece has been treated at some point with vinegar to remove the crusts. Non permanently mounted to acrylic.
Thank you so much for viewing! Please message for any further information
(2.0 × 0.2 × 0.2 in - 5.0 × 0.5 × 0.5 cm) 0.5oz / 15g (with base)
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