Lot 680
Remarkable Combination of Barite and Gypsum Crystals on Yellow Calcite. From the Elk Creek locality, Dalzell, Meade County, South Dakota.
The amber Barites are perfectly terminated, as are the transparent Gypsum crystals. They're also very gemmy, with the largest Barite being transparent. All sit atop a matrix of bright yellow Calcite crystals over matrix. Barite and Gypsum combos are very rare and plates of this size with both offer a rare opportunity.
This is an American classic whose color palette is not often seen.
Measures 7.5 by 15.3 by 12.5 cm Total Size.
Comes with a custom made, engraved base.
This specimen appeared in the acclaimed American Mineral Treasures Display in Tucson, 2008.
Estimated Value $17,000 - 20,000.
Ex. Korpi Mineral Collection.
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