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Barite with Calcite

Unknown Owner
Attractive salmon colored bladed crystals of barite measuring to 1.5 cm in size throughout this matrix. Great color. Some damage present as seen. The specimen at one time was part of the collection of John Brottlund who worked at this mine was responsible for a large quantity of the specimens that were recovered. Small balls of crystallized calcite are scattered throughout.

Product details

Species
Calcite, BariteAbout Calcite →
SizeCabinet
Dimensions10.5 x 9.0 x 6.0 cm
Added on12/12/2024
Locality
USA, Michigan, Montreal Mine

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
02/2025Unknown Owner$750.00
—Weinrich MineralsNot disclosed

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Calcite
Mineral guide
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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 Montreal Mine
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