Wulfenite Specimen, Orange Lead Molybdate Mineral
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Wulfenite, a lead molybdate mineral with a striking yellow to orange color. It's known for forming thin, tabular crystals and is often found in the oxidized zones of lead deposits.
Here are some key facts about Wulfenite:
Composition: Lead molybdate (PbMoO4).
Color: Typically vibrant orange, yellow, or red, though it can also be brown or green.
Crystal System: Tetragonal, often forming as stubby, pyramidal, or tabular crystals.
Luster: Resinous to adamantine.
Hardness: 2.5 to 3 on the Mohs scale, making it a relatively soft mineral.
Occurrence: Found worldwide, frequently in association with lead ores.
Uses: Though it can be an ore of lead and molybdenum, it is rarely mined for those purposes. It's highly sought after by mineral collectors.
Notable Locations: Arizona, Mexico, and Morocco are known for producing high-quality Wulfenite specimens. The Red Cloud Mine in Arizona is particularly famous for its vivid red and orange crystals.
This piece is roughly 3x2.5x2.5 inch’s. weighing in at 8oz.
Wulfenite Specimen, Orange Lead Molybdate Mineral
$48.00
Sale price
$48.00
Regular price