Sphaerocobaltite specimens for sale
2 for sale · $200–$615 USD
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Sphaerocobaltite is a cobalt carbonate mineral that forms in small, often granular to microcrystalline aggregates. It typically presents a pale to deep pink to brown color, with a vitreous to dull luster and a soft to moderately hard feel on the Mohs scale. The mineral crystallizes in the orthorhombic system, and its habit is commonly massive or acicular in texture, reflecting slow growth in hydrothermal environments. Specimens with a bright, glassy surface are prized for showy color and clarity, though many samples are compact and earthy in appearance.
- Formula
- CoCO3
- Rarity
- Rare
- Stability
- Stable
- Collector interest
- Very High Interest
- Classification notes
- Carbonate mineral; carbonate group, Strunz 5.A
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Where Sphaerocobaltite is found
Top localities
- Aghbar Mine1 specimen
- Agoudal Centre Mine1 specimen
- Bou Azzer mining district1 specimen
- Kamoto1 specimen
- Musonoi Mine1 specimen
About Sphaerocobaltite
Notable occurrences include assemblages from Morocco and the Democratic Republic of Congo, where cobalt-rich hydrothermal veins and skarns contribute to richer, more saturated tones. Collectors seek clean, well-formed nodule masses and coarse-grained specimens that display the mineral’s characteristic coloration and textural variety. Sphaerocobaltite often coexists with other cobalt minerals, which can enhance its appeal when displayed together as part of a cabinet specimen. Its relatively uncommon status makes clean, regionally distinctive samples especially desirable for mineral enthusiasts.