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Barite from Cheshire Barite Mine, Jinny Hill Road, Cheshire, New Haven County, Connecticut

 
Barite from Cheshire Barite Mine, Jinny Hill Road, Cheshire, New Haven County, Connecticut

DESCRIPTION:No. 30840
Mineral:Barite
Locality:Cheshire Barite Mine, Jinny Hill Road, Cheshire, New Haven County, Connecticut
Description:Heavy cluster of white barite in a mass of intersecting crystals. This old mine first opened in 1800s. Several areas have complete, freestanding crystals exposed.
Overall Size:7x6x5 cm
Crystals:1-3 cm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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