Discover a beautiful natural Baryte specimen from the renowned Ton Mawr Quarry near Cardiff, Wales. This classic Welsh mineral locality is well known among collectors for producing attractive Baryte crystals associated with Carboniferous limestone. Individually photographed, each specimen is unique and makes an excellent addition to any mineral collection.
Geological Information
Baryte (BaSO₄), also known as barite, is a barium sulphate mineral that commonly forms in hydrothermal veins and cavity fillings within sedimentary rocks. The Ton Mawr Quarry locality near Cardiff is recognised for producing well-crystallised Baryte associated with Carboniferous limestone deposits, making specimens from this Welsh locality highly desirable amongst collectors of British minerals.
Collector Appeal
- Natural Baryte from Ton Mawr Quarry, Wales
- Classic British mineral locality
- Attractive crystal development
- Individually selected collector specimen
- Excellent addition to British and European mineral collections
Features
- Natural Baryte specimen
- Origin: Ton Mawr Quarry, Cardiff, Wales
- Individually photographed
- You will receive the exact specimen shown
- Collector-quality mineral
Origin
Ton Mawr Quarry, Cardiff, Wales
Ton Mawr Quarry is a well-known Welsh mineral locality that has produced attractive Baryte specimens from hydrothermal mineralisation within Carboniferous limestone, making it a recognised source for collectors of classic British minerals.
Perfect For
- Mineral collectors
- British mineral collections
- Welsh mineral collections
- Cabinet displays
- Geological enthusiasts
- Educational collections
- Unique natural décor
Please Note
- Colours may vary slightly depending on your screen settings.
- As a natural mineral specimen, small imperfections are part of its natural formation.
- You will receive the exact specimen shown in the photographs.