Barite with Calcite - image 1
Barite with Calcite - image 2
specimen video

Barite with Calcite

Unknown Owner
Pale blue glassy translucent crystals of barite measuring to 4.5 cm in size on a small amount of matrix with crystallized calcite. This is in very good condition. Collected in 1992. Crystallized completely all around. The specimen comes with a previous collection label as shown at the end of the video. The calcite fluoresces a pale red in color.

Product details

Species
Calcite, BariteAbout Calcite →
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions7.5 x 6.0 x 4.0 cm
Added on10/25/2024
Locality
Spain, Corvera de Asturias, Moscona Mine

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
—Unknown Owner$220.00
—Weinrich MineralsNot disclosed

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Calcite
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diverse shapes, colors, and optical quirks; widely available yet scarce elite pieces from Elmwood and Charcas drive collecting value and display.
Regional guide
Calcite from Moscona Mine
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