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Tantalite-(Fe)
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The quality of this small miniature individual Tantalite-(Fe) crystal is remarkable. Not only is this a rare species but it is extremely rare in well-formed crystals, let alone larger perfectly formed crystals like this. Like a mini-skyscraper, the crystal rises up like a wide blade with extremely fine reflective faces and a fantastic pyramidal sloping termination. Its rear face is one large flat surface, but with undulating growth features. It is not from a specific tantalum deposit but from a famous gem pegmatite occurrence in Minas Gerais state, Brazil - Córrego do Limoeiro claim, Virgem da Lapa. This really is an excellent Tantalite-(Fe) crystal. From the superb systematic collection assembled by the brothers Martin and Michael Günther (1951-2007 & 1956-2021).
Product details
SpeciesTantalite
SizeMiniature
Dimensions1.7 x 0.8 x 3.3 cm
Added on06/26/2025
LocalityBrazil, Minas Gerais, Virgem da Lapa
Current owner
Unknown Owner
Previous owners
| Date | Collector | Acquisition price |
|---|---|---|
| — | Crystal Classics | Not disclosed |
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Mineral guide
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high-tantalum mineral (Fe/Mn) forming stout, black prismatic crystals in granitic pegmatites; rare display crystals on matrix with associations.Regional guide
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