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Anhydrite from Lower Saxony, Germany
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Colorless mostly gemmy and lustrous blocky crystals of anhydrite measuring to almost 3.5 cm in size on matrix with minor carnallite and kieserite. This is in very good condition and is excellent for the species. The specimen comes with an antique label as shown at the end of the video and dates to the very early 20th century.
Mining at this locality focused on the extraction of potash salts from deep Permian evaporite deposits. The mine was developed in the early 20th century as part of the German potash industry, which supplied fertilizer for agriculture. Underground workings followed thick beds of potash minerals such as sylvite and carnallite within the salt formation. Operations continued for many decades before the mine eventually closed, leaving large tailings piles that remain a notable feature of the area.
Product details
SpeciesAnhydriteKieseriteCarnallite
SizeCabinet
Dimensions10.5 x 8.0 x 6.0 cm
Listed on07/16/2026
LocalityGermany, Lower Saxony
SKU1052364
Current owner
WM
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water-free CaSO4 crystals with orthorhombic cleavage, blue to lilac hues; prized for sharp forms, angelite color, and rare, unaltered specimens.Regional guide
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