Elk Creek Barite Specimen DX1418 chalcedony the discovery of vast copper

the discovery of vast copper deposits spurred a mining boom

amber is not a mineral but rather an organic substance

25 x 3 x 1

Incredible orange color on this quartz cluster from Brazil

This is a completely natural Lemurian crystal with no polishing done at all

Elk Creek Barite Specimen DX1418 chalcedony the discovery of vast copperElk Creek Barite Specimen Approx. Dimensions: 4. 5x3. 75x2 inches Approx. Weight: 288 grams Locality: Elk Creek, Meade County, South Dakota Elk Creek, South Dakota, is world renowned for producing some of the finest gem quality barite crystals, often found on a contrasting matrix of yellow fluorescent calcite. These specimens are highly sought after by collectors for their intense amber, honey, or "root beer" coloration and exceptional transparency.