Description: Baryte on Calcite
Elk Creek, Dalzell, Meade Co., South Dakota, USA
84 x 78 x 51 mm
A gorgeous, lustrous, gemmy, transparent, deep-amber-colored orthorhombic Baryte crystal measuring 24 mm in length is set perfectly upon a matrix covered by pretty yellow crystallized Calcite to 14 mm. The Baryte has a classic, razor sharp, chisel termination. The piece is perfectly proportioned and sits by itself for display. No damage.
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