Elk Creek Calcite Specimen DX466 purpurite often forming in environments rich

often forming in environments rich in calcium carbonate

Weight: 247 grams

their wings are harvested and turned into stunning pieces of jewelry

subtly dissolving and reshaping its surface into complex

Locality: Profunda Mine

Elk Creek Calcite Specimen DX466 purpurite often forming in environments richElk Creek Calcite Specimen Approx. Dimensions: 4. 25x3. 25x2. 25 inches Approx. Weight: 482 grams Locality: Elk Creek, Meade County, South Dakota Elk Creek, South Dakota, is world renowned for producing some of the finest gem quality barite crystals, often found on a contrasting matrix of yellow fluorescent calcite. These specimens are highly sought after by collectors for their intense amber, honey, or "root beer" coloration and exceptional