Barytocalcite in Witherite

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Nentsberry Haggs Mine, Nenthead, Cumbria, England

Reference: 2593

Two seperate cavities in a witherite matrix, one with barytocalcite of a classic honey brown colour the other hosting white barytocalcite crystals, the difference in colour created by a thin coating layer of Barytes. Rich and well crystallised specimen from the Max Freier coilection.

Formula: Barytocalcite BaCa(CO₃)_2; Witherite BaCO₃

Status: Sold

Dimensions: 80x45x50mm

Size: Small Cabinet (S)