Vanadinite with hexagonal crystals on matrix - 230g | PBVANA-2

Vanadinite, with a hexagonal crystal system, is a mineral species composed of lead chlorovanadate, a mixture of lead, vanadium, oxygen, and chlorine. Vanadinite forms in the oxidation zone of lead deposits when vanadium-rich fluids react with existing minerals. It is used in industry to harden steel. Formed of often brilliant and well-defined hexagonal crystals, vanadinite is primarily found associated with baryte, calcite, cerussite, mimetite, and other iron oxides.

Characteristics of vanadinite:

• Length: 9.9cm
• Width: 4.1cm
• Height: 5.7cm
• Weight: 230g
• Hardness of vanadinite: 2.5 to 3 on the Mohs scale
• Density of vanadinite: Between 6.8 and 7g/cm³
• Vanadinite belongs to the hexagonal crystal system

Appearance of vanadinite:

From Mibladen, a rural commune in Morocco, here is a beautiful vanadinite formed of numerous hexagonal crystals, ranging from red to brown and measuring approximately 1mm to 7mm. You will find sparkling crystallization in the light over most of the stone, set on a beige rock, typical of this region.

⚠ A lead-rich mineral, it is a stone to handle with care! Avoid prolonged contact with water or the mouth, do not put your nose close to the stone to avoid inhaling dust, or touch it too much without gloves.

Note: Special care has been taken to best respect the natural colors of the minerals offered to you. Photos and videos are taken under the best conditions, and slightly retouched to best match the original stone. However, there may be slight contrasts due to your different screens and their brightness, especially with vanadinites whose admired color varies depending on the light to which it is exposed.