2.1" Blue Barite and Marcasite Association - Morocco

Blue Barite and Marcasite Association - Morocco #64376

This specimen contains marcasite and bladed blue barite. The marcasite has a beautiful luster to it, as well as a wonderful clustered crystal structure. The barite has a blue coloration and a bladed formation.

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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SPECIES

Marcasite & Barite

LOCATION

Bou Nahas Mine, Oumjrane area, Morocco

SIZE

2.1" long, 2" wide

2.1" Blue Barite and Marcasite Association - Morocco

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