1.4" Bright Orange Wulfenite Crystal Cluster - Rowley Mine, AZ

Bright Orange Wulfenite Crystal Cluster - Rowley Mine, AZ #49377

This is a cluster of small, bright orange windowpane Wulfenite crystals on matrix from the Rowley Mine in Arizona. The specimen is 1.4 x 1.0" in size, and is very eye catching. Most of the crystals have some chipping and damage, however this is pretty typical due to the delicate nature of this mineral. The seemingly shiny matrix is caused by the microscopic wulfenite's luster.

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.

While these crystals are safe to hold, due to the fact that they are lead-based we strongly recommend washing your hands after handling.

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SPECIES

Wulfenite

LOCATION

Rowley Mine, Maricopa County, Arizona

SIZE

1.4x1.0"

1.4" Bright Orange Wulfenite Crystal Cluster - Rowley Mine, AZ

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