Vanadinite w/ Calcite Mineral Specimen ~ Central Arizona ~ 6.8 0z 3" x 2.5" Approx A dense, brittle mineral, it is usually found in the form of red hexagonal crystals. It is an uncommon mineral, formed by the oxidation of lead ore deposits such as galena. First discovered in 1801 in Mexico, vanadinite deposits have since been unearthed in South America, Europe, Africa, and North America. ** SEE VIDEO ( IF AVAILABLE ) FOR FULL EFFECTS ** ** WE HAVE MANY BEAUTIFUL MINERALSPECIMENS FROM THE USA AROUND THE GLOBE ** MOST ARE FROM OUR VARIOUS TRIPS ** ** SEE MY STORE ** ** OUR GOAL IS TO MAKE COLLECTING FUN AFFORDABLE FOR ALL WITH GREAT LOW PRICING * ITEM # 303