4.8" Vanadinite Crystals on Botryoidal Goethite - Taouz, Morocco

This is a beautiful association of botryoidal goethite and red vanadinite crystals that was collected from the famed mines in Taouz, Morocco. Makes a wonderful display piece.

The process of clearing the superfluous surrounding mineralization resulted in the weathered appearance of the vanadinite crystals.

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.

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.
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SPECIES
Vanadinite & Goethite
LOCATION
Taouz, Morocco
SIZE
4.8 x 3.5"
CATEGORY
ITEM
#103743