Baryte on Calcite (M1472)
USA
LOCATION
Meikle Mine, Elko Co., Nevada, USA
SIZE
91 x 70 x 55 mm
DESCRIPTION
The mine is famous for it´s golden Baryte, most times you will see single crystals, clusters or even one on matrix. But this here stands out - the isolated free-standing main crystal is set on well formed blades of Calcite, which shows yellow color with touch of green. The Baryte is razor sharp terminated, it is transparent and shows fantastic luster. A mayor piece for the locality and of high rarity.