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Barite from West Cumberland Iron Mining District, Cumbria, England

 
Barite from West Cumberland Iron Mining District, Cumbria, England

Photo below under shortwave ultraviolet illumination:
Barite from West Cumberland Iron Mining District, Cumbria, England

DESCRIPTION:No. 13466
Mineral:Barite
Locality:West Cumberland Iron Mining District, Cumbria, England
Description:Excellent specimen of bright white barite crystals up to 7 mm completely covering matrix. The barite is very lustrous. No damage, no missing crystals. A real beauty. Fluoresces white under UV illumination. ex. Al Sebela (1921-2000) collection
Overall Size:9x5x4 cm
Crystals:5-7 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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