Baryte. Ojuela Mine, Mapimí, Mapimí Municipality, Durango, Mexico. 18.7 x 10.6 x 9.2 cm (7.36 x 4.17 x 3.62 in)

Description

Baryte
Ojuela Mine, Mapimí, Mapimí Municipality, Durango, Mexico
18.7 x 10.6 x 9.2 cm (7.36 x 4.17 x 3.62 in)

The front side of this specimen features a shallow ravine that is nearly filled with sprays of thin, blade-like Baryte crystals. The crystals reach up to 1.4 centimeters in length and display a tan to light honey color with a soft luster under normal lighting. Under shortwave UV light, the Baryte fluoresces a strong white and briefly phosphoresces afterwards. A thin backdrop of fine, glittering Calcite druse is visible behind portions of the Baryte sprays.

From the collection of Daniel "Dan" R. Kennedy.

More Information: This piece is in excellent condition.


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