Natural Rare Bladed Barite and Malachite Specimens x 6 From Congo
R1,209.60 ZAR
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Natural Rare Bladed Barite and Malachite Specimens x 6 From Congo
178-375-260116BM
R1,209.60 ZAR
AVAILABILITY: We currently have 1 in stock
A NOTE FROM NICK
A tray of 6 rare natural cabinet size bladed Barite and Malachite specimens. One has a Copper residue coating on it, Stunning!
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Barite from the Congo
Barite from the Congo, a captivating barium sulfate mineral, is renowned for its striking crystal formations and vibrant hues, often found in the Katanga Copper belt, particularly at the Shangulowé and Mashamba West Mines. This mineral typically displays translucent to transparent qualities with unique tabular, prismatic, or bladed crystal shapes, frequently exhibiting a rare green tint due to malachite inclusions, alongside white, colorless, or amber varieties. Its association with vibrant green malachite and occasional Chrysocolla creates visually stunning contrasts, making it a prized collector’s specimen. Sourced from regions like Kambove and Lupoto, Congolese Barite is celebrated for its aesthetic appeal and rarity, with notable finds from the late 1990s and early 2000s enhancing its allure for mineral enthusiasts.
PRODUCT MINERALS
Barite
PRODUCT FEATURES
Bladed
PRODUCT COLOUR
Black, White, Green, Brown
MOHS HARDNESS SCALE
3 to 3.5
PRODUCT DATA
Locality = Congo
Grade = Good to Very Good Grade
Size = 53 - 74 mm
PRODUCT WEIGHT: 0.52 kg
