Vanadinite - Taouz (vein 12), Midelt, Middle Atlas, Morocco - Height: 8.8 cm - Width: 5.0 cm- 32 g

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This 32 g specimen features orange-red vanadinite crystals on oxides from Taouz (vein 12), Midelt, Middle Atlas, Morocco.

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Description from the seller

Watch a video of this specimen by following the Vimeo link below: https://vimeo.com/1182041971/53e13a026d

Beautiful contrast specimen featuring orange-red vanadinite crystals on oxides!

Ex coll. Emile Amade
Mining geologist and prospector, notably in Morocco and Tunisia for Elf, he was a meticulous systematic collector. Former Head of Department at the Ministry of Mines in Rabat.

Seller's Story

Cristosud, based in Lyon, France, is a dedicated team offering a curated selection of fine-quality French and international minerals, with a focus on distinctive specimens that inspire curiosity and wonder. As naturalist geologists and passionate collectors, we are continually amazed by how natural processes create highly complex and elegant structures. Within this complexity lies a captivating beauty that the human eye can appreciate. Minerals and crystals are timeless examples of natural artistry—stunning, thought-provoking, and enduring sources of inspiration that collectors can enjoy at home
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Watch a video of this specimen by following the Vimeo link below: https://vimeo.com/1182041971/53e13a026d

Beautiful contrast specimen featuring orange-red vanadinite crystals on oxides!

Ex coll. Emile Amade
Mining geologist and prospector, notably in Morocco and Tunisia for Elf, he was a meticulous systematic collector. Former Head of Department at the Ministry of Mines in Rabat.

Seller's Story

Cristosud, based in Lyon, France, is a dedicated team offering a curated selection of fine-quality French and international minerals, with a focus on distinctive specimens that inspire curiosity and wonder. As naturalist geologists and passionate collectors, we are continually amazed by how natural processes create highly complex and elegant structures. Within this complexity lies a captivating beauty that the human eye can appreciate. Minerals and crystals are timeless examples of natural artistry—stunning, thought-provoking, and enduring sources of inspiration that collectors can enjoy at home
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Details

Main mineral
Vanadinite
Mineral form
- Taouz (vein 12), Midelt, Middle Atlas, Morocco
Weight
32 g
Origin (region/city)
Taouz (vein 12), Midelt, Middle Atlas
Country of origin
Morocco
Height
8.8 cm
Width
5 cm
Depth
3 cm
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Objects sold
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