Barite
specimen number:
1501576
location:
Wessels Mine, Hotazel, Kalahari manganese fields, Northern Cape Province, South Africa
description:
Pale blue silky crystal groupings of barite to 1.0 cm quite rich over the top of a 12.0 x 6.0 x 4.5 cm matrix. In very good condition overall with only the most minimal of micro-chipping present, this quite difficult to find even with a 10x loupe. Sits nicely by itself for display. Good example for the species from this locality. Shipping weight: 1.57 pounds. Ex Renaud Vochten collection.
Size: 12.0 x 6.0 x 4.5 cm (cabinet)
Collection: Renaud Vochten
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