Halite Crystal Specimen from Searles Lake, California Stalactite slice That color mix — cyan

That color mix — cyan fluorescence with greener afterglow - is consistent with Mn-activated calcite with minor secondary activators and trace Pb or rare earth elements (not uncommon in Deccan Trap cavity calcites)

such as reflections or refractions of light

away from direct sunlight and humidity

Size: 42 x 22 x 20 mm

Together in one cluster

Halite Crystal Specimen from Searles Lake, California Stalactite slice That color mix — cyanWhite cubic halite crystal cluster with beautiful growth patterns. Size: 64 x 58 x 23 mm. 64 grams. From: Searles Lake, Trona, California Pink halite crystals are a fascinating mineral specimen, particularly those from Searles Lake in California. These crystals are not only visually striking with their pink hue, but they also have an interesting formation process. The pink coloration is due to the presence of halophilic bacteria and algae that thrive