Barite with Fluorite
specimen number:
2013268
location:
Minerva Mine #1, Hardin Co., Illinois, USA
description:
Pale blue tabular crystals of barite measuring to almost 3.0 cm in size across the top of a crystallized fluorite matrix. Some damage is present, overall in good condition. This is from the late 1960s or early 1970s. On the back of a previous label there is a note that this possibly could be from the West Green Mine.
Size: 14.0 x 8.0 x 6.0 cm (cabinet)
Collection: Harris Precht
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