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Jewel Cave National MonumentA close-up of calcite crystals/NPS file photo
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Jewel Cave National Monument
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At Jewel Cave National Monument, you may explore the surface or the subterranean.  Learn about our cave tours or our surface talks by clicking on the 'Things To Do' link above.
Calcite Spar Crystal/NPS file photo  

Did You Know?
The “jewels” of Jewel Cave are calcite spar crystals. Calcite, which is about as hard as your fingernail, is too soft to be considered a true jewel.

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Last Updated: July 25, 2006 at 00:22 EST