Barite w/ phantoms (classic locale) ex Obodda

Clara Mine, Black Forest, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany
Small Cabinet, 9.8 x 6.6 x 3.8 cm
Start Time: 12/01/2012 6:30:00 pm (CST)
End Time: 12/06/2012 6:30:00 pm (CST)
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Item Description

An impressive and rich barite plate from this well-known historic mine (opened in 1726 and still operating). The glassy spearpoint blades, to about 2.8 cm, have transparent to translucent outer sections surrounding striking interior phantoms of color-zoned, iron oxides. The color zonation is very sharp on these barites and is typical for barites from this classic locale. A striking and excellent plate from the Herb Obodda dealer stock.

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