Barite-with-Malachite
specimen number:
2051145
location:
Shangulowe Mine, Kambove, Katanga, Democratic Republic of Congo
description:
Beautiful green glassy mostly gemmy prismatic crystals of barite to 3.0 cm in size over the front of a 7.0 x 7.0 x 4.0 cm matrix with minor malachite. The green color due to malachite inclusions. This is in excellent condition and sits perfectly by itself for display. Much better quality than most with better color and transparency. From a find made at this locality in the late 1990s. Shipping weight: 0.41 pounds. Ex Phil Martin collection.
Size: 7.0 x 7.0 x 4.0 cm (small-cabinet)
Collection: Phil Martin
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