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Barite (stalactitic formations) from Minerva #1 Mine, Cave-in-Rock District, Hardin County, Illinois

 
Barite (stalactitic formations) from Minerva #1 Mine, Cave-in-Rock District, Hardin County, Illinois

Barite (stalactitic formations) from Minerva #1 Mine, Cave-in-Rock District, Hardin County, Illinois

Barite (stalactitic formations) from Minerva #1 Mine, Cave-in-Rock District, Hardin County, Illinois

DESCRIPTION:No. 60296
Mineral:Barite (stalactitic formations)
Locality:Minerva #1 Mine, Cave-in-Rock District, Hardin County, Illinois
Description:Lustrous translucent white barite crystalline stalactitic formations with no matrix attached. One barite stalactite is curved completely around. The radiating structure of the barite crystals is visible on the exposed ends. Ex. W. Keller #6137; originally acquired from Neal A. Pfaff (1947–2013)
Overall Size:8x4x2 cm
Crystals:1-3 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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