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Barite in Calcite from Meikle Mine, Elko County, Nevada

 
Barite in Calcite from Meikle Mine, Elko County, Nevada

Barite in Calcite from Meikle Mine, Elko County, Nevada

DESCRIPTION:No. 37297
Mineral:Barite in Calcite
Locality:Meikle Mine, Elko County, Nevada
Description:Translucent gray calcite crystals up to 6 mm with several golden barite crystals up to 45 mm. The barite and calcite grew simultaneously, resulting in calcite inside the barite and barite running through the calcite.
Overall Size:9x4x3 cm
Crystals:3-45 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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