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Photo by Laszlo Kupi Fine Mineral Photography

Barite

Barite crystal cluster, 9.5 cm, with crystals to 4.2 cm, from the Meikle mine, Elko County, Nevada. Ex collection of Harvey Gordon; László Kupi photo.

Product details

SpeciesBarite
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions9.5 cm
Added on03/26/2026
LocalityUSA, Nevada, Meikle Mine
Publications
  • Mineralogical Record The Kevin Brown Collection page 188
Current owner
Kevin Brown
Kevin Brown
Parker, TX
Member since 2026
Previous owners
DateCollectorAcquisition price
—Harvey GordonNot disclosed

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Barite
Mineral guide
Learn about Barite
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 Meikle Mine, Nevada, USA
Meikle Mine barite - high-grade lemon-yellow to amber crystals with glassy faces from a Carlin-type system; prized for color, luster, and standout locality.
Locality guide
Meikle Mine
Meikle Mine, USA - Carlin Trend locality in Elko County, Nevada, famed for honey-yellow barite on calcite crystals from active cavities, prized by collectors.