@moonmermaidminerals: Halite is a type of salt that is predominantly formed in by the evaporation of sea water or in this case, salty lake water. The pink color of pink halite is caused by microorganisms or algae that thrive in these salty environments. These organisms can produce pigments that tint the salt crystals pink. Some sources have said that Searles Lake will no longer be available for the collection of these halite specimens. This makes them rare and definitely a collector’s item! #pinkhalite #pinkhalitespecimen #crystals #crystaltok