Barite
specimen number:
8811365
location:
Quiruvilca mine, La Libertad, Peru
description:
Lustrous sharp bladed crystals of barite to 2.0 cm in size covering the top of this matrix. Minor pyrite is present within the matrix. This is a very good example for the species from this locality. In excellent condition. There is a note on the previous label that this is possibly repaired, I cannot find where the piece is repaired.
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