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Anhydrite

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Anhydrite, 15.2 cm, from Municipio de Saucillo, Naica, Chihuahua, Mexico. The anhydrite was collected in 1987 as part of a new find of 75 to 100 anhydrite specimens with crystals larger than 10 cm and of a bluer color than had previously been found.

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SpeciesAnhydrite
SizeLarge Cabinet
Dimensions15.2 cm
Added on02/13/2026
LocalityMexico, Chihuahua, Naica Mine
Publications
  • Mineralogical Record Mineral Collection University Of Delaware page 62
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Anhydrite
Mineral guide
Learn about Anhydrite
water-free CaSO4 crystals with orthorhombic cleavage, blue to lilac hues; prized for sharp forms, angelite color, and rare, unaltered specimens.
Anhydrite
Regional guide
Anhydrite from Naica Mine, Mexico
from Naica Mine, Mexico — pale blue prismatic blades in sprays with silky striations; a classic display mineral that boosted collector appeal.
Locality guide
Naica Mine
A collector's guide to Naica Mine, Mexico: its geology, mining history and notable minerals, illustrated with the 52 specimens documented from this locality on EarthWonders.