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Barite with Jamesonite
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nice cluster of barite crystals, the terminations dark in color due to inclusions of jamesonite. This is in good condition.
Baia Sprie, historically known by the Hungarian name Felsobanya, was first officially documented in 1329 and developed into a major medieval mining center for gold, silver, and base metals under Hungarian and Habsburg administration. Large-scale underground and surface mining operations continued for centuries until the active commercial exploitation of its metal deposits ceased in 2007. Geologically, the area is situated within the Neogene volcanic chain of the Gutai Mountains in the Baia Mare metallogenic district. The local geology is characterized by complex Neogene volcanic structures cutting through sedimentary and metamorphic basement rocks, hosting world-renowned hydrothermal vein systems rich in diverse polymetallic sulfide and precious metal mineral assemblages.
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SpeciesBarite, Jamesonite
SizeCabinet
Dimensions11.5 x 9.0 x 7.0 cm
Listed on08/15/2026
LocalityRomania, Maramureș County, Baia Sprie
SKU2312645
Current owner
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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
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