Huge Vanadinite Fine Mineral Specimen

$400.00

This exceptional vanadinite mineral specimen features bold, naturally formed crystals with striking color and classic hexagonal geometry. Revered by collectors worldwide, vanadinite is celebrated for its intense red to fiery orange hues and its unmistakable crystal habit, making it one of the most visually impactful minerals in any collection.

The specimen presents well-defined vanadinite crystals with strong luster and presence, allowing the mineral to stand out against the matrix. Its clean presentation emphasizes crystal form, saturation, and natural growth, creating a dramatic and timeless display piece.

Specimen Highlights

  • Well-formed hexagonal vanadinite crystals

  • Rich red to orange coloration with natural luster

  • Clean presentation showcasing crystal structure

  • Classic and highly collectible vanadium mineral

  • Excellent visual impact for display or cabinet collections

 Mineralogy

Vanadinite is a lead chlorovanadate mineral that crystallizes in the hexagonal system. It is best known for forming sharp hexagonal prisms and plates with intense coloration, often ranging from deep crimson to bright orange-red.

As one of the primary ores of vanadium, vanadinite holds both scientific and aesthetic significance. Its vibrant color, distinct crystal habit, and durability have made it a cornerstone mineral in both educational and high-end private collections.

 Collector’s Notes

Vanadinite remains one of the most iconic and instantly recognizable minerals in the world. This specimen exemplifies the species at its best—strong color, crisp crystal habit, and natural presence—making it a standout addition to any serious mineral collection.

Perfect for:
Mineral collectors • Museums • Educational displays • Scientific collections

  • Vanadinite specimens with strong color and crystal form are especially desirable

  • Exceptional geometric form

  • A classic species for systematic mineral collections and crystal form studies

  • Increasingly difficult to source high-quality specimens with well-developed crystals

Dimensions & Weight

  • Dimensions: 9”x4.75”x3”

  • Weight: 3.487kg

This exceptional vanadinite mineral specimen features bold, naturally formed crystals with striking color and classic hexagonal geometry. Revered by collectors worldwide, vanadinite is celebrated for its intense red to fiery orange hues and its unmistakable crystal habit, making it one of the most visually impactful minerals in any collection.

The specimen presents well-defined vanadinite crystals with strong luster and presence, allowing the mineral to stand out against the matrix. Its clean presentation emphasizes crystal form, saturation, and natural growth, creating a dramatic and timeless display piece.

Specimen Highlights

  • Well-formed hexagonal vanadinite crystals

  • Rich red to orange coloration with natural luster

  • Clean presentation showcasing crystal structure

  • Classic and highly collectible vanadium mineral

  • Excellent visual impact for display or cabinet collections

 Mineralogy

Vanadinite is a lead chlorovanadate mineral that crystallizes in the hexagonal system. It is best known for forming sharp hexagonal prisms and plates with intense coloration, often ranging from deep crimson to bright orange-red.

As one of the primary ores of vanadium, vanadinite holds both scientific and aesthetic significance. Its vibrant color, distinct crystal habit, and durability have made it a cornerstone mineral in both educational and high-end private collections.

 Collector’s Notes

Vanadinite remains one of the most iconic and instantly recognizable minerals in the world. This specimen exemplifies the species at its best—strong color, crisp crystal habit, and natural presence—making it a standout addition to any serious mineral collection.

Perfect for:
Mineral collectors • Museums • Educational displays • Scientific collections

  • Vanadinite specimens with strong color and crystal form are especially desirable

  • Exceptional geometric form

  • A classic species for systematic mineral collections and crystal form studies

  • Increasingly difficult to source high-quality specimens with well-developed crystals

Dimensions & Weight

  • Dimensions: 9”x4.75”x3”

  • Weight: 3.487kg