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Barite from Xiefang Mine, Ganzhou, China

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A wonderful large cabinet piece with deep amber colored glassy lustrous translucent crystals of tabular barite, the largest measuring to 4.5 cm on edge, mostly covering a deep purple botryoidal translucent lustrous fluorite crystal matrix. This is in super condition.The Xiefang mine, located in Ruijin County under the administration of Ganzhou City in Jiangxi Province, China, is a notable volcanic-hydrothermal deposit. It has gained international recognition within the mineral collecting community for producing exceptional crystal specimens, particularly vibrant purple and green fluorite clusters adorned with lustrous, golden tabular barite crystals.

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SizeLarge Cabinet
Dimensions27.0 x 17.0 x 5.5 cm
Added on10/16/2026
Current owner
Unknown Owner
Acquired
Oct 2026
Price paid
$4,500.00
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DateCollectorAcquisition price
—Weinrich MineralsNot disclosed

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Barite
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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.
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Barite from Xiefang Mine
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Xiefang Mine
Xiefang Mine, China: fluorite deposit with green-to-purple fluorite, baryte, quartz, calcite, and pyrite; notable for large veins and striking museum specimens.