Exceptional Vanadinite Crystal Specimen Size : 7 x 2.5 x 5 cm approx. Weight : 85g Source: Mibladen, Atlas Mountains, Khénifra Province, Morocco You will receive the exact piece pictured We have a large range of Vanadinite of different grades available Additional information Vanadinite is a striking mineral known for its vibrant red to orange-red crystals. It forms in the oxidation zones of lead ore deposits, displaying a remarkable resinous to adamantine lustre. Physical • Category: Crystal/Mineral • Chemical Formula: Pb₅(VO₄)₃Cl • Hardness: 2.5- 4 on the Mohs scale • Colour: Red, orange-red, brown • Lustre: Resinous to adamantine • Transparency: Translucent to opaque • Crystal System: Hexagonal • Cleavage: Indistinct • Fracture: Irregular to uneven Interesting Facts • Vanadinite was first described in 1801 and named for its vanadium content. • It is often found in arid regions like Morocco and Arizona. • Vanadinite is sometimes used as a minor ore of vanadium, which is important in steel alloys. • Historically, vanadinite has been used to produce pigments for ceramics and glass, providing a rich, red colour.
