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Barite (classic locale) ex Sullivan Coll.
- Settlingstones Mine, Fourstones, Northumberland, England
- Small Cabinet, 8.7 x 5.5 x 3.8 cm
- Start Time: 12/03/2009 6:30:00 pm (CST)
- End Time: 12/10/2009 6:30:00 pm (CST)
- Auction Closed
Item Description
An impressive specimen of glassy, transparent to translucent, colorless barite blades with sawtoothed edges from a classic England locality - the Settlingstones Mine, Northumberland. The large crystal is 4.5 cm. This excellent piece is in fine shape, with only a couple of minor broken crystals and modest periphery wear. Historic, old-time material, probably around 100 years old or older. Ex Robert Sullivan Collection. Valued $600-800.