Barite with Calcite - image 1
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Barite with Calcite

Unknown Owner
Attractive pale blue bladed crystals of barite across the top of matrix with yellowish gemmy crystals of scalenohedral calcite. In good condition with minimal cleaving present, this mainly confined to one edge of the specimen.

Product details

Species
Calcite, BariteAbout Calcite →
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions9.0 x 5.5 x 4.0 cm
Added on01/27/2026
Locality
USA, Illinois-Kentucky Fluorspar District

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
—Unknown Owner$145.00
—Weinrich MineralsNot disclosed

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Calcite
Mineral guide
Learn about Calcite
diverse shapes, colors, and optical quirks; widely available yet scarce elite pieces from Elmwood and Charcas drive collecting value and display.
Regional guide
Calcite from Illinois-Kentucky Fluorspar District
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