Barite from Quiruvilca Mine, Quiruvilca District, La Libertad, Peru - image 1
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Barite from Quiruvilca Mine, Quiruvilca District, La Libertad, Peru

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A very good rich example for this rare species. Brilliant lustrous prismatic crystals of hutchinsonite measuring to 0.6 cm in length of very thick across the top of this quartz rich matrix with orpiment. Barite and pyrite are present as well. In good condition.

Product details

SpeciesBariteOrpimentQuartzPyriteHutchinsonite
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions8.0 x 5.0 x 2.5 cm
Added on10/25/2024
LocalityPeru, La Libertad, Quiruvilca Mine
Current owner
Unknown Owner
Acquired
Apr 2025
Price paid
$500.00
Previous owners
DateCollectorAcquisition price
—Weinrich MineralsNot disclosed

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Mineral guide
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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 Quiruvilca Mine
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Locality guide
Quiruvilca Mine
Quiruvilca Mine, Peru - a high, cold Cu-Pb-Zn-Ag-Au vein locality famed for orange orpiment on barite, black hutchinsonite needles, and sulfide associations.