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2.2" Small Red Vanadinite Crystals on Goethite - Morocco
This specimen contains lustrous red vanadinite crystals on the iron oxide goethite, as well as a manganese oxide matrix. Both iron-rich and manganese-rich matrix can be seen on this specimen.
The goethite has stalactite-like protrusions, often feeling rough and sometimes brittle. It can also take on a submetallic botryoidal appearance on some specimens! The black material is also often manganese oxide.
The goethite has stalactite-like protrusions, often feeling rough and sometimes brittle. It can also take on a submetallic botryoidal appearance on some specimens! The black material is also often manganese oxide.
About Vanadinite
Vanadinite is a mineral belonging to the apatite group of phosphates, with the chemical formula Pb5(VO4)3Cl. It is one of the main industrial ores of the metal vanadium and a minor source of lead. A dense, brittle mineral, it is usually found in the form of red hexagonal crystals.
Safety Warning: The lead and vanadium in the vanadinite can be harmful if absorbed into the blood stream by inhalation or ingestion. The crystals won't pose a health hazard just sitting on a shelf, but we recommend that you wash your hands after handling.
Vanadinite is a mineral belonging to the apatite group of phosphates, with the chemical formula Pb5(VO4)3Cl. It is one of the main industrial ores of the metal vanadium and a minor source of lead. A dense, brittle mineral, it is usually found in the form of red hexagonal crystals.
Safety Warning: The lead and vanadium in the vanadinite can be harmful if absorbed into the blood stream by inhalation or ingestion. The crystals won't pose a health hazard just sitting on a shelf, but we recommend that you wash your hands after handling.
SPECIES
Vanadinite & Goethite
LOCATION
Taouz Caïdat, Er-Rissani Cercle, Errachidia Province, Drâa-Tafilalet Region, Morocco
SIZE
2.2 x 1.65"
CATEGORY
SUB CATEGORY
ITEM
#292903
