Collectors of ore minerals will want a close look at this vanadinite cluster, which carries plenty of barite on its main face.
Vanadinite crystals glisten across the top and front of the stone, set against a heavy layer of barite, so the specimen shows the classic pairing of hexagonal vanadinite crystals on a companion mineral. At about 345 grams it is a solid choice for a mineral cabinet, a desk or a collector's shelf where the front can face outward. It makes a memorable gift for a mineral collector or a geology fan. This is the exact vanadinite cluster shown.
The cluster is about 3 by 2.5 by 1.5 inches and weighs about 0.345 kilograms.
About Vanadinite on Barite
Vanadinite is lead chlorovanadate, roughly 73 percent lead, and an ore of vanadium. It usually forms short red, orange red or brown hexagonal prisms. Barite, barium sulfate, is a common companion mineral; it is unusually heavy for a nonmetallic mineral, and its name comes from the Greek word for heavy. Both are soft, about 2.5 to 4 on the Mohs scale.
Stone Meaning: Vanadinite is traditionally associated with motivation and focus.
Additional Details
- You receive the exact vanadinite cluster shown.
- About 3" x 2.5" x 1.5"; about 345 g.
- Vanadinite crystals mainly on the top and front, with heavy barite on the main face.
- Contains lead. This is a display specimen: wash your hands after handling, keep it away from food, pets and small children, and never use it in water, elixirs or the mouth.
- Crystals are brittle; handle by the base.
- Photos show the actual piece.
Shipping and Returns
- Carefully packed in reinforced packaging made to protect fragile crystals and minerals in transit.
- We have shipped delicate stones for years, and every order is packed with that experience.
- Covered by our 30-day return policy.
Disclaimer: Please consult a healthcare professional for any medical advice. The information provided is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or condition.
