Calcite - Burgberg in the Allgäu Germany

Size: 6 x 3,5 x 3 cm

Location: Burgberg in the Allgäu - Oberallgäu - Schwaben - Bavaria - Germany

This specimen comes from an old German mineral collection.

Calcite on black matrix - Burgberg, Allgäu, Germany

This fascinating mineral specimen comes from the well-known Burgberg area in the Allgäu, a classic locality in the Bavarian Alpine foothills. The region is known for its aesthetic calcite specimens, which are characterized by a clear crystal form and high-contrast matrices.

Crystal structure and contrast effect

Several clearly defined calcite crystals in prismatic to rhombohedral form sit on a dark, almost anthracite-colored matrix. The intense contrast between the light, slightly translucent calcite color and the deep dark matrix is particularly striking, making the crystals stand out visually.

Aesthetics and light reflection

The calcite crystals have a fine surface texture with good transparency and slight gloss effects when exposed to changing light. The geometric clarity of the crystal surfaces creates an interplay of light and shadow that lends the piece an elegant depth.

A characteristic collector's item from the Allgäu region

Minerals from Burgberg are prized by collectors for their characteristic color and shape contrasts. This specimen is a fine example of the typical calcite formations of this region and is impressive both for its mineralogical quality and its visual impact.

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