Front view of translucent yellow barite crystals on brown matrix mounted on a black display base

Barite Crystal Cluster on Matrix – Huanuco, Peru

$49.00
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Front view of translucent yellow barite crystals on brown matrix mounted on a black display base
  • Front view of translucent yellow barite crystals on brown matrix mounted on a black display base
  • Front view of the yellow barite specimen enclosed in its clear display case
  • Left-side view showing the thin bladed profile of yellow barite crystals on matrix
  • Back view of the brown matrix with translucent yellow barite crystals rising above it
  • Right-side view of the mounted barite specimen showing layered yellow crystals and brown matrix
  • Front view of translucent yellow barite crystals on brown matrix mounted on a black display base
  • Front view of the yellow barite specimen enclosed in its clear display case
  • Left-side view showing the thin bladed profile of yellow barite crystals on matrix
  • Back view of the brown matrix with translucent yellow barite crystals rising above it
  • Right-side view of the mounted barite specimen showing layered yellow crystals and brown matrix
Barite Crystal Cluster on Matrix – Huanuco, Peru

Barite Crystal Cluster on Matrix – Huanuco, Peru

$49.00

About This Specimen

This barite specimen from Huanuco, Peru features an upright cluster of translucent golden-yellow crystals on contrasting earthy brown matrix. The overlapping, flattened crystals create a geometric display with bright reflective faces and warm honey-colored edges.

Specimen Details

  • Mineral / Specimen Type: Barite crystal cluster on matrix
  • Locality: Huanuco, Peru
  • Form & Structure: Intergrown tabular to bladed crystals rising from natural matrix
  • Color: Pale golden yellow to honey yellow crystals with brown matrix
  • Rarity: Common mineral species; well-defined colored crystal clusters have added collector appeal
  • Mohs Hardness: 3–3.5
  • Luster: Vitreous, with locally pearly reflections
  • Chemical Formula: BaSO4
  • Specimen Size: Small Cabinet
  • Dimensions: 2.6 × 1.4 × 5.2 cm
  • Specimen Weight: 12.7 g — mineral only
  • Total / Display Weight: 64 g, including display materials

About Barite

Barite is an orthorhombic barium sulfate mineral recognized for its unusually high density and frequent formation as tabular, bladed, or clustered crystals. It has a Mohs hardness of 3–3.5 and the chemical formula BaSO4; transparent to translucent crystals can display a vitreous to pearly luster.

Traditional & Metaphysical Associations

In crystal traditions, barite is associated with grounding, clarity, purposeful reflection, and maintaining focus during meditation or intention-setting. Its orderly crystal geometry also makes it a meaningful contemplative or display piece. Metaphysical properties are based on traditional beliefs and are provided for cultural and informational purposes; they are not scientifically established or intended as medical advice.

Why This Specimen?

The warm yellow crystal cluster stands prominently above the rugged brown matrix, producing an attractive contrast from the front and side views. Its upright mounted presentation emphasizes the layered crystal arrangement, while minor natural edge contacts remain visible in the photographs.

Exact specimen pictured. You will receive the exact specimen shown in the photographs.

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