Vanadinite is a lead vanadate mineral belonging to the apatite group. It commonly forms well-developed hexagonal to barrel-shaped crystals and is especially known for its strong red, orange and brown colors. Attractive collector specimens are typically found in the oxidation zones of lead deposits.
In this category, you will find vanadinite specimens from Morocco. The Mibladen mining district is particularly well known for producing well-formed vanadinite crystals on baryte or other matrix material. The combination of intense color, distinct crystal form and contrasting matrix makes these specimens especially attractive to collectors.
Each specimen is documented with the most precise locality information possible, together with dimensions, weight and original photographs. Depending on the specimen, particular attention is given to crystal size, color, luster, crystal habit, matrix and associated minerals.
The specimens offered here illustrate different forms of vanadinite from Moroccan localities and show the considerable aesthetic variety of this characteristic secondary mineral.