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Weloganite specimens for sale
10 for sale · $200–$7,500 USD
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Weloganite is a phosphate carbonate mineral that forms as pale to colorless to light brown prismatic crystals. It typically occurs as delicate, elongated crystals with a vitreous to pearly luster and a transparent to translucent appearance. The mineral’s structure incorporates sodium, strontium, zirconium, carbonate groups, and water, creating a unique, uncommon composition that is prized by collectors who value rarity and distinctive crystal forms. Canadian localities, particularly Ontario, are renowned for producing well-defined crystals that highlight weloganite’s characteristic symmetry and growth habits.
- Formula
- Na2Sr3Zr(CO3)6 · 3H2O
- Rarity
- Ultra Rare
- Stability
- Unstable
- Collector interest
- Very High Interest
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About Weloganite
Collectors prize weloganite for its rarity in hand specimens and its visually striking crystals, which contrast with more common carbonate minerals. Specimens from notable Canadian locales offer sharp terminations, well-developed faces, and occasional associated minerals that add context to its geological environment. The combination of its delicate habit, fragile nature, and limited accessibility makes weloganite a sought-after piece for specimen cabinets and mineral study, appealing to those who prize unusual carbonate minerals and the story of its discovery in Canada.
