Front view of branching silver-gray dyscrasite on pale calcite mounted on a black display base

Dyscrasite on Calcite – Bou Azzer, Morocco

$75.00
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Front view of branching silver-gray dyscrasite on pale calcite mounted on a black display base
  • Front view of branching silver-gray dyscrasite on pale calcite mounted on a black display base
  • Dyscrasite on calcite shown upright beneath its clear display cover
  • Thin side profile of the metallic dyscrasite and calcite specimen on its display base
  • Reverse view showing pale calcite matrix edged with dark metallic dyscrasite growths
  • Opposite side view of the narrow calcite matrix covered by reflective dyscrasite aggregates
  • Front view of branching silver-gray dyscrasite on pale calcite mounted on a black display base
  • Dyscrasite on calcite shown upright beneath its clear display cover
  • Thin side profile of the metallic dyscrasite and calcite specimen on its display base
  • Reverse view showing pale calcite matrix edged with dark metallic dyscrasite growths
  • Opposite side view of the narrow calcite matrix covered by reflective dyscrasite aggregates
Dyscrasite on Calcite – Bou Azzer, Morocco

Dyscrasite on Calcite – Bou Azzer, Morocco

$75.00

About This Specimen

This dyscrasite specimen from Morocco’s Bou Azzer mining district features bright silver-gray metallic growths spread across a pale calcite matrix. Branching and bladed aggregates create a rugged, highly reflective surface, while the slender upright profile gives the small piece a strong display presence.

Specimen Details

  • Mineral / Specimen Type: Dyscrasite on calcite
  • Locality: Bou Azzer mining district, Morocco
  • Form & Structure: Branching, bladed and locally skeletal metallic aggregates on calcite matrix
  • Color: Silver-gray to dark steel-gray dyscrasite over white to translucent pale-gray calcite
  • Rarity: Scarce as an identified, well-crystallized collector specimen; dyscrasite is much less commonly offered than native silver
  • Mohs Hardness: 3.5–4 for dyscrasite
  • Luster: Metallic dyscrasite with vitreous calcite
  • Chemical Formula: Ag₃Sb; associated calcite is CaCO₃
  • Specimen Size: Miniature
  • Dimensions: 3.5 × 0.96 × 3.9 cm
  • Specimen Weight: 8.7 g (mineral only)
  • Total / Display Weight: 55.4 g

About Dyscrasite

Dyscrasite is an orthorhombic silver-antimony mineral with the formula Ag₃Sb. It typically displays a metallic luster and silver-white to gray coloration, and it may form prismatic, tabular, bladed or irregular crystalline aggregates; this example is accompanied by contrasting calcite.

Traditional & Metaphysical Associations

In modern crystal traditions, silver-bearing minerals are associated with reflection, intuition and adaptability, while calcite is often used symbolically for clarity and focused intention. This mounted specimen may be appreciated as a meditation object, personal symbol or visually engaging display piece. Metaphysical properties are based on traditional beliefs and are provided for cultural and informational purposes; they are not scientifically established or intended as medical advice.

Why This Specimen?

The strong contrast between reflective metallic growths and pale calcite highlights the specimen’s intricate branching texture. Its narrow, upright silhouette offers attractive viewing from multiple angles and fits neatly into a compact display.

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