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Barite, Galena

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Barite with galena, 7.5 cm, from the Denton mine, Cave-in-Rock District, Hardin County, Illinois. Jeff Scovil photo.

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SpeciesBarite, Galena
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions7.5 cm
Added on02/13/2026
LocalityUSA, Illinois, Denton Mine
Publications
  • Mineralogical Record Mineral Collections In American Midwest page 181
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dense barium sulfate prized for blue blades and honey clusters; top localities include Elk Creek, Meikle, Spain, Morocco; quality factors and care.
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Denton Mine
A collector's guide to Denton Mine, USA: its geology, mining history and notable minerals, illustrated with the 573 specimens documented from this locality on EarthWonders.