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Barite on Calcite from Elk Creek, Meade County, South Dakota

 
Barite on Calcite from Elk Creek, Meade County, South Dakota

Barite on Calcite from Elk Creek, Meade County, South Dakota

DESCRIPTION:No. 21323
Mineral:Barite on Calcite
Locality:Elk Creek, Meade County, South Dakota
Description:Colorful specimen of yellow calcite crystals up to 9 mm long with three golden barite crystals up to 25 mm. The barite is lustrous and translucent. These are now hard to obtain because the property is on local ranches and trespassing is forbidden. Ex. P. Santillo
Overall Size:10x9x5 cm
Crystals:3-25 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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