Barite

BariteBarite is a mineral with an interesting history, a crystal occurring in a wide variety of colors and forms. Named for the Greek word for heavy, it is largely mined as an industrial ore across the globe, with uses in various industries including oil drilling. As a mineral specimen or gemstone Barite can be found in many colors including vibrant reds, pinks, and blues as well as the more commonly encountered clear or pale white. These fine specimens

It is found in a vast array of forms

honey gold Barite crystals atop a base of verdant green and purple Fluorite

from the Upper Silurian age

Their unique elongated and heavily armored bodies along with their tube-like snouts make pipefish

Beautifully preserved on slabs of flat shale

No two are alike

Approx 420 million years old

Originating from the famed Green River Formation in Wyoming

the slight yellow tint of which perfectly highlights the sea green crystals

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Creedite is sought after for its unique fine crystalline structure

silky and lustrous texture of these fibrous Malachite specimens combined with the incredibly rich color make them deservedly popular among collectors