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Barite, two generations in an epitactic relation with peripheral points of attachment, 7 cm, from a concretion in an Upper Cretaceous shale, Otero County, Colorado. Collected in October 2015.

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SpeciesBarite
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions7.0 cm
Added on02/13/2026
LocalityUSA, Colorado, Otero County
Publications
  • Mineralogical Record Self Collected Minerals page 198
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Dianne Kile

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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.
Barite
Regional guide
Barite from Otero County
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Locality guide
Otero County
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