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Barite from Naica Mine, Saucillo, Chihuahua, Mexico

 
Barite from Naica Mine, Saucillo, Chihuahua, Mexico

DESCRIPTION:No. 14473
Mineral:Barite
Locality:Naica Mine, Saucillo, Chihuahua, Mexico
Description:Transparent barite crystals standing off white quartz matrix. The barite crystals are thin, colorless and hare very lustrous. No damage. Several other dealer/collector labels included. Ex. Fred Pough collection (former curator of the American Museum of Natural History and noted author)
Overall Size:6x5x4 cm
Crystals:1-3 cm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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