Vanadinite

Reference: 3005

in the 1980's an unusual lead and vanadium deposit was discovered in N.E. Derbyshire.  the deposit produced probably the best Vanadinite specimens in England and this choice specimen from the find is well mineralised with tan to dark brown vandinite spheres liberally formed over a breccia matrix rich in Phosophedyphane. ex P. Briscoe collection.  For further details of this mineral occurrence see the Journal of the Russell Society, Volume 24, 2021

Formulas: Vanadinite Pb₅(VO₄)₃Cl; Phosphohedyphane Ca₂Pb₃(PO₄)₃Cl

Status: Sold

Dimensions: 65x42x24mm

Size: Small Cabinet (S)