Fluorapatite with Ferberite, Siderite - image 1
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Fluorapatite with Ferberite, Siderite

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A light green lustrous translucent tabular crystal of fluorapatite 2.3 cm across on top of a cluster of partially crystallized fluorite. Siderite crystals are scattered throughout. Some damage present as seen. The fluorapatite crystal is brightly fluorescent.

Product details

SpeciesSiderite, Fluorapatite, Ferberite
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions8.5 x 5.5 x 5.0 cm
Added on07/13/2025
LocalityPortugal, Panasqueira Mines

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
07/2025Unknown Owner$125.00
—Weinrich MineralsNot 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.