Barite Crystal Cluster – Cerro Huarihuayín, Peru

$164.40

A compact but substantial thumbnail cluster of barite from Cerro Huarihuayín.

Size: 33 x 26 x 30 mm

Weight: 40 g

  • Substantial size and weight (40 g → heavy for thumbnail)

  • Multi-crystal cluster with intergrown tabular forms

  • Good three-dimensional structure (not flat, not simple)

  • Visible internal zoning and inclusions (provide Depth)

  • Natural, rugged matrix adds context

A compact but substantial thumbnail cluster of barite from Cerro Huarihuayín.

Size: 33 x 26 x 30 mm

Weight: 40 g

  • Substantial size and weight (40 g → heavy for thumbnail)

  • Multi-crystal cluster with intergrown tabular forms

  • Good three-dimensional structure (not flat, not simple)

  • Visible internal zoning and inclusions (provide Depth)

  • Natural, rugged matrix adds context

The specimen is composed of multiple intergrown tabular barite crystals forming a dense, three-dimensional structure. The crystals display soft honey-brown tones with visible internal zoning and inclusions, contributing to a sense of depth and natural complexity.

Rather than a single dominant crystal, the piece is defined by its clustered growth, with overlapping forms creating a compact and mineralogically expressive composition. The surfaces range from gently lustrous to lightly textured, reflecting natural growth conditions.

With its notable weight and structural richness, this specimen represents a solid and characterful example of barite from this locality in thumbnail format.

Location: Mina Llata, Cerro Huarihuayín, Miraflores, Huánuco

Material from Cerro Huarihuayín has appeared on the market only intermittently, and well-preserved miniature examples are not consistently available. As such, specimens from this locality are of particular interest to collectors focused on Peruvian occurrences.

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