Barite (Baryte) on Matrix from Xichang Co.

Dimension: 7cm x 6.3cm x 4.1cm
Weight: 155g
Locality: Xichang County, Liangshan Yi, Sichuan, China
 
Extremely glassy, transparent, gem quality Barite crystals grown on a matrix in this aesthetic settings from Xichang Co., Sichuan, China.  Sichuan’s Barite is amongst the world’s best due to its gemminess, colors and the variety of shapes.  The Barite crystals are bladed rhombohedral form they are sharp and exceedingly lustrous.  The color is between honey-yellow and amber, so beautiful!