Barite on Calcite from Elk Creek DX452 bone 800 meters above sea level

800 meters above sea level and mines primarily silver

Weight: 295 grams

Native Americans were the first to mine copper in the area

This specimen will glow hot pink under a long wave UV light

Dendritic opal ring set in sterling silver

Barite on Calcite from Elk Creek DX452 bone 800 meters above sea levelBarite on Calcite from Elk Creek Approx. Dimensions: 5x4x1. 5 inches Approx. Weight: 415 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