Benz Calcite Azurite and when exposed to the

and when exposed to the elements over a long period of time can change into the closely related malachite

The unique combination of smoky

but most specimens have vivid color due to various impurities and are often fluorescent

The famed “fool’s gold”

or chemical cleaning agent

Benz Calcite Azurite and when exposed to theA relatively new and exciting addition to the mineral world, the so called Benz calcite comes from specific formations in Hubei, China, where some truly impressive specimens like this very rarely emerge from the mines. These incredible collectors pieces each one of a kind feature massive semitransparent calcite crystals, many of which feature coatings of fine, incredibly brilliant pyrite and chalcopyrite. The Benz part of the name comes from the tip