Palm sized, this natural vanadinite cluster still carries crystals across its top and front.
Most of the main face is barite, and the vanadinite crystals gather along the upper edge, so it reads best set facing out in a display case, a curio shelf or a shadow box. The compact size is easy to fit into a growing collection, and it makes a good gift for someone who already owns the usual quartz and amethyst and wants a mineral with more of a story.
About Vanadinite on Barite
Vanadinite is a lead chlorovanadate and an ore of vanadium. It forms as a secondary mineral in the oxidized zone of lead deposits, especially in arid climates, and its crystals are usually red to orange red with a resinous to sub-adamantine luster. Barite, a dense barium sulfate, is one of the minerals it grows with, and Mibladen in Morocco is a well known source of vanadinite on barite.
Stone Meaning: Vanadinite is traditionally associated with motivation and creativity.
Additional Details
- You receive the exact vanadinite cluster shown.
- About 1.5" x 3" x 1.5"; about 105 g.
- Natural vanadinite crystals on barite.
- Vanadinite and barite are soft; hold the piece by the matrix rather than the crystals and dust it with a soft dry brush.
- 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.
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.
