Barite-with-Calcite-on-Fluorite
specimen number:
2051177
location:
Freiberg, Saxony, Germany
description: The top side of this 15.0 x 11.0 x 5.5 cm matrix is covered with yellowish to colorless glassy translucent to transparent cubic fluorite crystals measuring to 2.0 cm in size. Small crystals of creamy calcite are scattered throughout, as well as spherical shaped crystal groupings of barite to 2.0 cm. Overall in very good condition. Previous labels include one from a museum in the Czech Republic. Good old-time classic piece. Shipping weight: 2.73 pounds. Ex Phil Martin collection.
Size: 15.0 x 11.0 x 5.5 cm (large-cabinet)
Collection: Phil Martin
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