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2.2" Tabular, Yellow-Brown Barite Crystal Cluster - Morocco
This is a large, tabular, yellow-brown barite crystal cluster that was collected from the Khénifra Province of Morocco. The reddish coloration within the crystals can likely be attributed to hematite inclusions.
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.
SPECIES
Barite
LOCATION
Jbel Aouam, El Hammam Caïdat, Khénifra Province, Béni Mellal-Khénifra Region, Morocco
SIZE
2.2 x 1.75"
CATEGORY
ITEM
#214923
