Red vanadinite crystallized on matrix from Morocco - 82g | PBVANA-14

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 pre-existing minerals. It is used in industry to harden steel. Formed from often shiny and well-defined hexagonal crystals, vanadinite can primarily be found associated with barite, calcite, cerussite, mimetite, and other iron oxides.

Characteristics of Vanadinite:

• Length: 6.8cm
• Width: 5cm
• Height: 2.9cm
• Weight: 82g
• 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

Aspects of vanadinite:

On a beautiful Moroccan rock matrix from the province of Midelt, with an original triangular shape, discover our numerous red vanadinite crystals of hexagonal shape, varying from less than 1mm to 9mm for the largest (there is only one break due to its extraction). Its configuration allows it to be displayed as is in your collection, among your other minerals from around the world, while enjoying its sparkling and captivating crystallization.

⚠ A lead-rich mineral, it remains a stone to handle with caution! 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: Particular care has been taken to best respect the natural colors of the minerals offered to you. Photos and videos are taken in the best conditions, and slightly retouched to best resemble 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.