5.3" Large, Red Vanadinite Crystals on Matrix - Morocco

This is a beautiful aggregation of deep red and light brown, vanadinite crystals from Midelt, Morocco. They exhibit excellent color saturation, and a mirror luster on an iron-rich matrix. This specimen is a cluster of hundreds of both small and large, high quality crystals. The largest vanadinite crystal on this specimen is over .8" wide!

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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DETAILS
SPECIES
Vanadinite
LOCATION
ACF Mine, Mibladen, Midelt, Morocco
SIZE
5.3" long, 3.3" wide, Largest Crystal 0.8"
CATEGORY
ITEM
#61106