Barite with Goethite

Cerro Warihuyn, Miraflores, Huanuco Dept., Peru
Small Cabinet, 9.5 x 6.5 x 4.5 cm
Start Time: 01/21/2010 6:30:00 pm (CST)
End Time: 01/28/2010 6:30:00 pm (CST)
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Item Description

A very visual and uncommon barite specimen from recent finds at Cerro Warihuyn, Peru. Most barite specimens from this locale are amber or colorless. The parallel-growth blades on this striking piece are pearlescent white and preferentially sprinkled with contrasting, complimentary rosettes of geothite needles. The composite blades reach 8.0 cm and are artistically set on the elongate matrix of dolomite. This fine piece has striking views from three sides. Outstanding and aesthetic material. this is unusual amidst many styles from the locale. valued $500-750

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