$175Median
5Sold (12 mo)
$85Last sale
Allanite specimens for sale
3 for sale · $350–$4,500 USD
66 in the gallery
Allanite is a silicate mineral in which calcium and cerium substitute in its crystal structure, typically forming elongated prismatic crystals. It often presents a brown to greenish hue with a vitreous to subadamantine luster and a included cleavage habit that can enhance its geometric appeal. Crystalline aggregates can occur in metamorphic and igneous rocks, and well crystallized specimens are prized for their sharp terminations and subtle color shading.
- Formula
- (CaCe)(AlAlFe2+)O[Si2O7][SiO4](OH)
- Rarity
- Common
- Stability
- Moderately Stable
- Collector interest
- High Interest
- Classification notes
- Silicates; Sorosilicates; Epidote group (epidote-silicate family)
Buy Allanite specimens
View all 3Where Allanite is found
Top localities
- Trimouns Talc Mine11 specimens
- Lohning quarry3 specimens
- Mt Antero3 specimens
- Hidra2 specimens
- Jeffrey Mine1 specimen
- Lanark County1 specimen
- Llano County1 specimen
- Madawaska Mine1 specimen
- Ural Mountains1 specimen
- Pipestone Pass Area1 specimen
About Allanite
Notable samples have been reported from locations in Norway and Namibia, among others, where Allanite occurs with related epidote-group minerals or within feldspathic and metamorphic rock matrices. Collectors prize clean, well-formed crystals and the way Allanite can occur in zoned cores that reveal internal color variations. While not as visually showy as some broader-range silicates, Allanite offers interesting structural chemistry and a classic, enduring look that suits display cabinets and study collections alike.
