Barite - Specimen fossil crustacean specimen while the internal rutile sprays

while the internal rutile sprays create strong movement and depth across the stone

with a dark chlorite-rich appearance that gives the whole piece a dramatic black to deep charcoal tone

from certain angles

Pieces like this are usually chosen by people who want something soothing but unusual

Small pits

Barite - Specimen fossil crustacean specimen while the internal rutile spraysMined from: Haut Katanga or Lualaba copper belt region. Congo Description: This one of a kind Barite mineral specimen from the Congo features a bright, sculptural cluster of translucent cream, pale golden, and honey yellow Barite crystals. The specimen displays layered, bladed crystal formations with sharp tabular faces, stepped growth patterns, and open vug like pockets throughout the piece. Its glossy, pearly surfaces catch the light beautifully,