Barite, Force Cragg Mine, Keswick, Cumberland, United Kingdom

We have enjoyed researching the classic mines of the UK with our recent purchase of a collection here in Calgary, much of which was acquired while the collector worked in London. This is a lovely light pink to cream cluster of bladed barite crystals. The piece has nice luster and sparkles from several angles. Prior to our Calgary connection, the barite was formerly in the A. K Borland collection (label included). A classic UK locality: From Force Cragg Mine, Keswick, Cumberland, United Kingdom. Dimensions: 6 cm x 8 cm