Orpiment with Hutchinsonite, Barite - image 1
Orpiment with Hutchinsonite, Barite - image 2
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Orpiment with Hutchinsonite, Barite

Unknown Owner
Attractive crystal groupings of brilliant orange orpiment measuring to 1.5 cm in size coming off matrix with small metallic prismatic crystals of hutchinsonite and colorless crystals of barite. Typical of these slight damage present, this one is still very nice.

Product details

Species
Barite, Orpiment, HutchinsoniteAbout Barite →
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions8.5 x 4.5 x 4.0 cm
Added on12/28/2025
Locality
Peru, La Libertad, Quiruvilca Mine

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
01/2026Unknown Owner$140.00
—Weinrich MineralsNot disclosed

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Barite
Mineral guide
Learn about Barite
dense barium sulfate prized for blue blades and honey clusters; top localities include Elk Creek, Meikle, Spain, Morocco; quality factors and care.
Regional guide
Barite from Quiruvilca Mine
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