{"product_id":"elk-creek-calcite-specimen-0313adx459","title":"Elk Creek Calcite Specimen DX459","description":"\u003cp\u003eElk Creek Calcite Specimen\u003cbr\u003e\nApprox. Dimensions: 3x3x1.25 inches\u003cbr\u003e\nApprox. Weight: 183 grams\u003cbr\u003e\nLocality: Elk Creek, Meade County, South Dakota\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003cp\u003eElk 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 transparency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCrystals range from golden-yellow to deep wine or smoky brown. The most prized pieces are \"water clear\" and gemmy. Typically found as prismatic, doubly-terminated crystals with sharp \"chisel-point\" ends. They occur within large septarian concretions in the Pierre Shale, a 70-million-year-old formation. Under ultraviolet (UV) light, the associated calcite often fluoresces bright yellow-white, while the barite itself can show white-yellow or orange-yellow fluorescence.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Little Lemuria","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51470197457112,"sku":"0313ADX459","price":27.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0013\/6826\/0669\/files\/DX459.png?v=1773425400","url":"https:\/\/littlelemuria.com\/products\/elk-creek-calcite-specimen-0313adx459","provider":"Little Lemuria","version":"1.0","type":"link"}