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Safflorite specimens for sale
10 for sale · $250–$7,500 USD
8 in the gallery
Safflorite is an arsenide mineral in which cobalt, nickel, and iron occupy the same site with arsenic, forming a metallic, often dull to bright, grey to steel-colored mineral. Crystals can occur as sharp prismatic or tabular forms, and the mineral commonly displays a metallic lustre and a relatively high density. The habit is typically compact to granular, though well-formed specimens from some localities show distinct crystal faces that reflect light from multiple angles. These structural features reflect its Complex cobalt-nickel-iron arsenide chemistry.
- Formula
- (Co,Ni,Fe)As2
- Rarity
- Rare
- Stability
- Stable
- Collector interest
- High Interest
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About Safflorite
Notable specimens come from diverse European and North African locales, with Germany, France, the Czech Republic, and Morocco among classic producers, and Canadian occurrences adding to the diversity of crystal styles. The mineral tends to be collected for its metallic appearance, density, and the way it demonstrates solid solution between cobalt and nickel with iron. Collectors appreciate safflorite when it forms crisp, reflective surfaces and contrasts with surrounding minerals in arsenide-rich assemblages, making it a compelling addition to a carefully curated suite of metallic arsenides.
