Barite with Fluorite
specimen number:
1602884
location:
Blanchard mine, Socorro Co., New Mexico, USA
description:
A loose cluster of colorless mostly gemmy bladed barite crystals hosting minor fluorite. Minimal chipping present, I think that the specimen is in good condition all around. Thin platy crystals of calcite are present, these are fluorescent under shortwave ultraviolet light.
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