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Barite from Elk Creek, South Dakota, USA

Product details

SpeciesBariteCalcite
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions9.6 x 9.6 cm
Added on09/22/2026
LocalityUSA, South Dakota, Elk Creek

Current owner

Lone Peak
Lone Peak
Utah
Acquired
Sep 2008
Member since 2025

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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 Elk Creek
Elk Creek Barite — renowned locality for large, sharp crystals with distinctive geology and notable museum specimens; collecting history and access details.
Locality guide
Elk Creek
Elk Creek, USA - renowned for golden barite in septarian concretions with yellow calcite linings and fossil-rich interiors, a top collecting locality.