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Mineral of the Month - Barite

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Barite from Rosh Pinah, Namibia. ± 20 cm X 13 cm X 13 cm Specimen and photos – J de Jongh

Crystal system: Orthorhombic Hardness: 2,5 - 3,5

Density: 4.5 average Cleavage: very good

Streak: white

Colour: Colourless, white, blue, red, yellow, o...