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Erythrite from Bou Azzer mining district, Drâa-Tafilalet Region, Morocco

Going through old photos.... Arguably the world's best Erythrite, this spectacular specimen comes from the iconic Bou Azzer mining district in Morocco. I sourced this exceptional piece about fifteen years ago. While Erythrite is typically found inside small, enclosed vugs, this specimen breaks all the rules. Beyond its exceptional quality and crystal size, it reveals an extraordinary open architecture that is completely out of the norm for the species.

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Erythrite
Mineral guide
Learn about Erythrite
vivid crimson-to-magenta acicular crystals, radiating sprays on calcite; prized for color, rarity, and historic Moroccan Bou Azzer finds.
Erythrite
Regional guide
Erythrite from Bou Azzer Mining District, Morocco
Bou Azzer Mining District, Morocco — renowned for erythrite and cobalt arsenides; vivid magenta blades, luster, and rarity prized by collectors.
Locality guide
Bou Azzer mining district
Bou Azzer mining district, Morocco - renowned for cobalt-rich ore and arsenide and carbonate specimens, with vivid erythrite and roselite prized by collectors.