2.8" Tabular, Yellow-Brown Barite Crystal with Phantoms - Morocco

This is a large tabular, yellow-brown barite crystal that was collected from the Khénifra Province of Morocco. There are phantoms within this crystal, caused by the presence of mineral impurities during formation. This crystal has undergone some damage along its edges and to its base.

Barite, commonly spelled baryte, is well-known for its great range of colors and varied crystal forms and habits. = It is a heavy mineral consisting of barium sulfate, and typically has the chemical formula of BaSO4. The barite group consists of baryte, celestine, anglesite, and anhydrite. It is generally white to colorless and is the main source of barium.
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DETAILS
SPECIES
Barite
LOCATION
Khénifra Province, Morocco
SIZE
2.8" longest measurement, 1.7" thick
CATEGORY
ITEM
#109902