Septarian Nodule Sparkling Barite Crystals - Drome- France + Display Stand+ Bag (1)
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Septarian Nodule Sparkling Barite Crystals - Drome- France + Display Stand+ Bag (1)
Polished Septarian Half Nodule with Sparkling Barite Crystals, Display Stand and Black Gift Bag Natural Septarian half nodule .The central cavity is filled with tiny semi- transparent sparkling barite crystals. Barite or baryteis a mineral consisting of barium sulphate . The name Septarian is derived from the Latin word septum", meaning partition, and refers to the divisions or cracks that are typical of this sort of rock. They are generally formed in calcium rich clay which then hardens to form this type of limestone nodule, with the dark grey exterior. Over many many years, the rock contracts, giving rise to cracks, later becoming filled with water. Calcite crystals slowly then formed in the centre. Supplied with a small click and twist acrylic display stand and in a black velvet drawstring gift bag.
Date: Formed millions of years ago
Provenance: From Drome, Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes, France
Size: 95 gms 4.6 x 4.6 x 2.6 cm
Condition: Good quality and detail, each one slightly different and unique. code 5289 web 1
Date: Formed millions of years ago
Provenance: From Drome, Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes, France
Size: 95 gms 4.6 x 4.6 x 2.6 cm
Condition: Good quality and detail, each one slightly different and unique. code 5289 web 1
