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specimen
Details
ColorsMulticolored
Origin
Cary mine, Iron Co., Wisconsin, USA
SizeMiniature
Dimensions4.0 x 3.0 x 1.8 cm
Species
Description
An excellent barite specimen for this locality. A grouping of thick salmon colored tabular barite crystals with little attached matrix. This is in great condition all around. At one time the specimen was part of the collection of John Brottlund.
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.

Unknown previous owners

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