Vanadinite Crystal | Reddish Brown | 29.56 grams | Mibladen, Morocco Abalone This specimen shows the typical

This specimen shows the typical hexagonal layered structure of the crystal

Surveys undertaken near them and in the surrounding areas leads to believe that they correspond to a dual meteoritical impact crater

Deposits date back over 200 million years

This new fall is in classification and looks to be a brecciated H chondrite with possible halite crystal

Clarity:    Fine Crystal

Vanadinite Crystal | Reddish Brown | 29.56 grams | Mibladen, Morocco Abalone This specimen shows the typicalVanadinite crystals are small, hexagonal prismatic crystals that are typically red to brownish red in color. They have a bright luster and a transparent to translucent appearance. The crystals often form in aggregates, creating intricate and interesting formations. Vanadinite would hardly be as famous if not for the outstanding locality of Mibladen, Morocco. This locality has by far produced the most outstanding crystals of beautiful color and form.