Barite

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Barite, 68 cm (140 kg), from Cheshire, New Haven County, Connecticut. Donor: Rollin Sanford (1806–1879; Yale class of 1831). Photo by Harold Moritz.

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SizeMuseum
Dimensions6800.0 cm
Added on02/13/2026
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Publications
  • Mineralogical Record Mineral Collections In American Northeast page 436

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Barite
Mineral guide
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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.
Regional guide
Barite from Connecticut
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