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Barite with Fluorite

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Pale blue tabular crystals of barite measuring to almost 3.0 cm in size across the top of a crystallized fluorite matrix. Some damage is present, overall in good condition. This is from the late 1960s or early 1970s. On the back of a previous label there is a note that this possibly could be from the West Green Mine.

Product details

SpeciesFluorite, Barite
SizeCabinet
Dimensions14.0 x 8.0 x 6.0 cm
Added on02/24/2026
LocalityUSA, Illinois, Minerva No. 1 Mine
Current owner
Unknown Owner
Acquired
Oct 2026
Previous owners
DateCollectorAcquisition price
—Weinrich MineralsNot disclosed

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Fluorite
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calcium fluoride with a dazzling color range, cubic and octahedral crystals, and UV fluorescence; prized by collectors for Blue John banding.
Fluorite
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Fluorite from Minerva No. 1 Mine
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Minerva No. 1 Mine
A collector's guide to Minerva No. 1 Mine, USA: its geology, mining history and notable minerals, illustrated with the 725 specimens documented from this locality on EarthWonders.