A natural barite specimen with associated quartz crystals from the renowned Goldstrike mining district at the Meikle Mine in Elko County, Nevada.
This piece was collected in 2000 from the Goldstrike Pocket (4480 Ramp), adding documented provenance and collector significance. The specimen features contrasting barite formation with quartz crystal development, typical of the mineralization found in this famous Nevada deposit. Material from this locality is highly regarded due to limited access and the controlled nature of mining operations.
Specimen Details:
Minerals: Barite with Quartz
Locality: Goldstrike Pocket, 4480 Ramp, Meikle Mine, Elko County, Nevada, USA
Collected: 2000
Size: 50 × 23 × 35 mm
Weight: 2.35 oz
Condition: Natural specimen with typical formation and minor contact points if present
Specimens from the Meikle Mine and Goldstrike deposit are not commonly available to the general market due to restricted access. Pieces with documented collection history and specific working levels are especially desirable among collectors.
