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...

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