Barite, Quartz

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Barite on quartz, 12.5 cm, from the Blanchard mine, Hansonburg District, Socorro County, New Mexico; collected with Pat Haynes. Great barites from the Blanchard mine are rare, but one mineralized fissure near the south end of the property produced several exceptional ones. Philip Simmons collection. Photo by Philip Simmons and Erin Delventhal.

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SizeCabinet
Dimensions12.5 cm
Added on02/13/2026
Publications
  • Mineralogical Record Self Collected Minerals page 338

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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 Blanchard Mine
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