1.45" Blue Bladed Barite Crystal Cluster - Peru

Blue Bladed Barite Crystal Cluster - Peru #252507

This is a wonderful specimen composed of glass-clear, light blue bladed barite crystals in matrix. The crystals are in great condition and were collected from the Department of Huánuco in Peru. This specimen has been mounted with mineral tack for museum-quality display.

Under short-wave ultraviolet light, this specimen fluoresces greenish white and reveals interesting patterns.

Barite, commonly spelled baryte, is well-known for its great range of colors and varied crystal forms and habits. = It is a heavy mineral consisting of barium sulfate, and typically has the chemical formula of BaSO4. The barite group consists of baryte, celestine, anglesite, and anhydrite. It is generally white to colorless and is the main source of barium.

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