BARYTE on QUARTZ - Carharrack, UK

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CC13481
BARYTE on QUARTZ
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Description
An excellent large cabinet specimen of sage greenish grey Baryte crystals richly coating the top surface of a flat bed of milky Quartz. From Ale and Cakes mine at Carharrack in Gwennap parish, Cornwall, the Baryte forms crystals up to 1.8 cm long which create a pleasingly jumbled layer over the Quartz. A striking feature of this specimen is the brilliant lustre of the Baryte crystals, so reflective they appear almost silver. A very good example of Baryte from the historic Ale and Cakes mine at United Downs.\n
Details
ColorsGrey, Silver
Origin
GBUK
England
Carharrack
SizeLarge Cabinet
Dimensions7.4 x 14.6 x 3.0 cm
Species
Qz
Quartz
Known provenanceKnowing where your specimen comes from and who owned it adds to its story and value. Good provenance helps prove it's authentic and preserves important details about its discovery.
Crystal Classics
Tucson, Arizona, USA

Unknown previous owners

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