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3" Small, Red Vanadinite Crystals on Manganese Oxide - Morocco
This specimen contains lustrous red Vanadinite crystals, naturally displayed on an iron-manganese oxide matrix. Both iron rich, and manganese rich matrix' can be seen on opposite sides of this specimen.
The iron rich matrix will form with stalactite-like protrusions, often feeling rough and sometimes brittle. In manganese oxide rich specimens, a rounded/botryoidal appearance is likely to be found.
The iron rich matrix will form with stalactite-like protrusions, often feeling rough and sometimes brittle. In manganese oxide rich specimens, a rounded/botryoidal appearance is likely to be found.
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
LOCATION
Morocco
SIZE
3 x 2.55"
CATEGORY
SUB CATEGORY
ITEM
#212004
