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1.2" Red-Orange Wulfenite Crystal on Matrix - Republic of the Congo
This 1.2" wide specimen features a red-orange wulfenite crystal still in its natural matrix, likely collected from the mid-late 1900's mining operation at the M'fouati mine in the Republic of Congo. It has been mounted to an acrylic display stand with mineral tack.
About Wulfenite
Wulfenite is a lead-based molybdate mineral with a chemical formula Pb(MoO4). It forms as a secondary mineral in the oxidation zones of hydrothermal lead deposits, its color ranging anywhere between yellow to bright orange and red and occasionally brown. Typically forming as tabular, stubby, or pyramidal crystals, this unique mineral can be both brilliantly transparent and opaque.
Safety: While these crystals are safe to hold, due to the fact that they are lead-based we strongly recommend washing your hands after handling.
Wulfenite is a lead-based molybdate mineral with a chemical formula Pb(MoO4). It forms as a secondary mineral in the oxidation zones of hydrothermal lead deposits, its color ranging anywhere between yellow to bright orange and red and occasionally brown. Typically forming as tabular, stubby, or pyramidal crystals, this unique mineral can be both brilliantly transparent and opaque.
Safety: While these crystals are safe to hold, due to the fact that they are lead-based we strongly recommend washing your hands after handling.
$19
SPECIES
Wulfenite
LOCATION
M'Fouati Mine, M'Fouati District, Bouenza Dept., Republic of the Congo (Brazzaville)
SIZE
1.2 x .7"
CATEGORY
ITEM
#312425
