Description: FIRE RED CROCOITE 70 X 33 X 28 MM 68 G Crocoite is composed of lead and chromate. The presence of chromium is what gives crocoite its striking orange to red colour. It crystallizes in the monoclinic crystal system, typically forming long, slender, and fragile crystals. Crocoite was first discovered in the Ural Mountains of Russia in 1766. It was initially mistaken for a red lead ore, but later analyses identified it as a unique mineral. The mineral was named “crocoite” in 1832 by French mineralogist François Sulpice Beudant, deriving its name from the Greek word “krokoeis,” which means “saffron-coloured,” in reference to its distinctive hue. Since its discovery, the most notable and well-formed specimens have been found in the Dundas region of Tasmania, Australia, making it a classic locality for this mineral.This listing is for a bright red Crocoite specimen from Red Lead Mine, Dundas in Tasmania. A no frills representative of this rare mineral with typical colour and crystal form on usual goethite or limonite matrix. Note that this is a fragile mineral and small crumbles may dislodge from the specimen even with the best packing. The specimen measures to x 33 x 28 mm at widest points, and weighs 68 g.Photographed outdoors in direct sunlight.Combined postage available.
Price: 34 AUD
Location: NSW
End Time: 2024-12-20T05:32:18.000Z
Shipping Cost: 18.42 AUD
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Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
Returns Accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 60 Days
Product Type: Mineral Specimens
Era: 2010s
Region: Tasmania, Australia
Material: Crocoite
