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Fluorapatite and Siderite

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Very well formed hexagonal crystal of purple Fluorapatite, with very well defined faces and edges, nestled on matrix composed of Muscovite, Siderite and Quartz. Purple color. No damage.

Product details

SpeciesSiderite, Fluorapatite
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions5.5 x 6.0 cm
Added on06/16/2025
LocalityPortugal, Panasqueira Mines

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
08/2026Unknown OwnerNot disclosed
—MChMineralsNot disclosed

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Siderite
Mineral guide
Learn about Siderite
warm-toned iron carbonate with sharp rhombohedra and occasional gemmy crystals; prized for luster, classic localities Harz, Panasqueira, Dal’negorsk.
Siderite
Regional guide
Siderite from Panasqueira Mines, Portugal
from Panasqueira, Portugal — lustrous tan to cream rhombohedra in rosettes and masses; a world-class, modern classic from a magmatic-hydrothermal vein.