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Barite with Calcite

Unknown Owner
White bladed crystals of barite across the top of a matrix covered by white scalenohedral crystals of calcite. In good condition. The calcite fluoresces red under longwave ultraviolet light, the barite fluoresces white.

Product details

Species
Calcite, BariteAbout Calcite →
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions7.5 x 6.5 x 3.0 cm
Added on11/01/2025
Locality
UK, Scotland, Strontian

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
11/2025Unknown Owner$40.00
—Weinrich MineralsNot disclosed

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Calcite
Mineral guide
Learn about Calcite
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 Strontian
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