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Barite on Fluorite

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Three-dimensional clusters of sparkling barite stand up from matrix of dark purple fluorite crystals and are composed of sparkling rosettes, to 1.5 cm across, of lustrous and gemmy, snow-white barite. The form and color contrast is outstanding. Mined in March, 1990 and from the Ross Lillie collection. RCL#0439.

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SizeCabinet
Dimensions10.1 x 8.8 x 4.5 cm
Added on10/23/2024

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
08/2024Unknown OwnerNot disclosed
The ArkenstoneNot disclosed

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Fluorite
Mineral guide
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calcium fluoride with a dazzling color range, cubic and octahedral crystals, and UV fluorescence; prized by collectors for Blue John banding.
Regional guide
Fluorite from Minerva No. 1 Mine
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