9.7" Ruby Red Vanadinite Crystals on Bladed Barite - Morocco

Ruby Red Vanadinite Crystals on Bladed Barite - Morocco #233085

This is a large, stunning plate of sparkling, red-orange vanadinite crystals on white bladed barite clusters, collected from the Mibladen Mining District in Morocco. The vanadinite crystals exhibit a brilliant sparkle when rotated under a light source.

Comes with an acrylic/metal display stand to assist with vertical presentation.

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.

Barite, commonly spelled baryte, is well-known for its great range of colors and varied crystal forms and habits. = It is a heavy mineral consisting of barium sulfate, and typically has the chemical formula of BaSO4. The barite group consists of baryte, celestine, anglesite, and anhydrite. It is generally white to colorless and is the main source of barium.

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