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Apatite-(CaF)

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Apatite-(CaF), 3.2 cm, Golconda mine, Minas Gerais, Brazil. Jeff Scovil photo.

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SpeciesApatite
SizeMiniature
Dimensions3.2 cm
Added on02/13/2026
LocalityBrazil, Minas Gerais, Governador Valadares
Publications
  • Mineralogical Record Private Mineral Collections In Texas page 180
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Apatite
Mineral guide
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hexagonal crystals with vivid greens, blues, and violets; forms range from pegmatites to alpine pockets, valued for color, form, and affordability.
Apatite
Regional guide
Apatite from Governador Valadares
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Locality guide
Governador Valadares
Governador Valadares, Brazil — a classic pegmatite locality yielding mica, beryl, and gem tourmaline; Golconda fields produce crystals prized by collectors.