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Barite on Calcite from Meikle Mine, Elko County, Nevada

 
Barite on Calcite from Meikle Mine, Elko County, Nevada

Barite on Calcite from Meikle Mine, Elko County, Nevada

Barite on Calcite from Meikle Mine, Elko County, Nevada

DESCRIPTION:No. 59162
Mineral:Barite on Calcite
Locality:Meikle Mine, Elko County, Nevada
Description:Glassy bladed transparent golden-yellow barite crystals to 20 mm overgrown on translucent greenish-gray calcite crystals to 18 mm that have a flattened rhombohedral form and silky surface luster.
Overall Size:14x8x4.5 cm
Crystals:3-20 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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