Small Vanadinite specimen in magnifying display case
Display Case Size : 2.5 x 2.5 x 2.5cm
Source: Mibladen, Atlas Mountains, Khénifra Province, Morocco
You will receive one specimen in a display case similar as 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.
