Barite with Malachite inclusions

Milpillas Mine, Cuitaca, Mun. de Santa Cruz, Sonora, Mexico
Thumbnail, 1.4 x 1.1 x 0.8 cm
Start Time: 07/12/2018 6:45:00 pm (CDT)
End Time: 07/19/2018 6:45:00 pm (CDT)
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Item Description

When compared to the fairly abundant Azurite and Malachite specimens from this now famous Mexican locale, Barite is fairly rare. This attractive thumbnail specimen hosts gemmy, glassy blades, to about 6 mm, with some beautifully included with green Malachite to create a lovely two-tone effect. No real matrix to speak of. A striking and uncommon Milpillas specimen and a great pickup for anybody who collects thumbnails, Mexican minerals or worldwide Barites.

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