Gem Dolomite with Iridescent Chalcopyrite Yellow calcite Item Number: GZQR0006

Item Number: GZQR0006

Item Number: MGDL0010

This variation is characterized by its yellow cubes and purple inner zoning

A smoky quartz piece from Inner Mognolia

Gem Dolomite with Iridescent Chalcopyrite Yellow calcite Item Number: GZQR0006When these gem dolomites were discovered in mid 2023 they were first thought to be iceland spar calcite (also known as optical calcite). What made this find so significant on the Chinese mineral market was that they were also purple! As purple calcite is a fairly uncommon (perhaps even rare) species, collectors sought them out with gusto. After a few months of circulating this material, the main supplier and miner decided to get the material tested