Barite on Quartz

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The appeal of this incredible museum-class specimen lies in the contrast in scale between the two species represented: the matrix consists primarily of host rock fully coated in wonderful little Quartz crystals, most of which being euhedral and finely pointed, with gem-clear and shining prisms. Piled atop the forest of Quartz are delicately perched Baryte crystals. These ice-block crystals are incredible large, yet relatively sharp and smooth. We would like to call your attention to the sheer size of the specimen: at 43 centimeters wide, this huge combination specimen is a visual showstopper!