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ANATASE SPECIMENS
Anatase is a striking and rare mineral form of titanium dioxide (TiO₂), prized by collectors for its unique crystal structure and eye-catching colors. It commonly occurs as small, well-formed crystals, often pyramidal in shape, which give it a distinct, almost architectural appearance. Anatase crystals can display an impressive range of colors, from deep indigo-blue to rich shades of brown and even golden yellow, depending on impurities within the crystal lattice.
This mineral has a submetallic to adamantine luster, giving it a brilliant, almost glass-like shine that enhances its aesthetic appeal. With a Mohs hardness of 5.5 to 6, anatase is relatively durable, though its crystals are often fragile and delicate. Commonly found in alpine-type veins or as a secondary mineral in placer deposits, notable sources of anatase include localities in Brazil, Norway, and the French Alps, where it often occurs alongside minerals like quartz and brookite.
This mineral has a submetallic to adamantine luster, giving it a brilliant, almost glass-like shine that enhances its aesthetic appeal. With a Mohs hardness of 5.5 to 6, anatase is relatively durable, though its crystals are often fragile and delicate. Commonly found in alpine-type veins or as a secondary mineral in placer deposits, notable sources of anatase include localities in Brazil, Norway, and the French Alps, where it often occurs alongside minerals like quartz and brookite.
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