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4.6" Lustrous Vanadinite Crystals on Goethite Stalactites - Morocco
This is a phenomenal formation of red vanadinite crystals on goethite stalactites, collected from the ACIF mine in Mibladen, Morocco. The vanadinite crystals have a stunning luster and completely encrust the black, botryoidal goethite.
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.
Known since ancient times, goethite is a beautiful dark gray to black iron-based mineral that can take many forms. It was used in antiquity as a pigment for painting and has even been found in the famous caves at Lascaux, France.
SPECIES
Vanadinite & Goethite
LOCATION
Mibladen, Khenifra Province, Morocco
SIZE
4.6 x 3.9"
CATEGORY
SUB CATEGORY
ITEM
#209144
