Natural Rare Bladed Barite Specimen x 1 From Tenke Fungurume, Congo

A NOTE FROM NICK
A Single Large 3.4 kg Natural Rare Bladed Barite Specimen from Tenke Fungurume.

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 
Barium Sulfate

PRODUCT FEATURES 
Bladed

PRODUCT COLOUR 
Black, White

MOHS HARDNESS SCALE
3 to 3.5

PRODUCT DATA
Locality = Tenke Fungurume, Congo
Grade = Good Grade
Size = 202 x 112 x 146 mm