5.2" Sea-Foam Green Barite Crystal Cluster - Congo

Sea-Foam Green Barite Crystal Cluster - Congo #241828

This is a 5.2" wide cluster of barite crystals with a natural, sea-foam green coloration. The barite is naturally associated with quartz and an unidentified metallic mineral along one edge. It's likely this specimen was collected from the Shangulowé Mine where barite with this color can be found, however we have not been able to confirm this. If so, the green color can be attributed to malachite inclusions.

It comes with an acrylic display stand.

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

Barite & Quartz

LOCATION

Democratic Republic of the Congo

SIZE

5.2 x 2.3 x 1.5"

5.2" Sea-Foam Green Barite Crystal Cluster - Congo

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