Arsenian Vanadinite

Name: Arsenian Vanadinite
SKU: 33235-PT
Availability: InStock

33235-PT Category: Morocco - Various Species and Localities

Touissit-Bou Beker, Jerada Prov., Oriental Region

Morocco

Dimensions: 4.4x3.1x2.1 cm

Price: CA

$210.00

This impressive old-stock vanadinite specimen comes from the Touissit mining district in Morocco—as opposed to the famous Mibladen locality, known for its deep red vanadinite crystals. Instead, Touissit specimens exhibit a distinct barrel crystal form and brown to tan colour. These well-developed, prismatic hexagonal crystals are an excellent size for both the locality and the species. These arsenic-bearing vanadinite crystals, were mined in the late 1970s to early 1980s, this specimen represents a rare and nearly extinct find, as no significant new discoveries of this material have been made since. Virtually all the well-formed, textbook vanadinite barrels on this specimen are damage-free, making it an outstanding example from this elusive locality.

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This specimen comes from the collection of Dr. Peter Tarassoff, a prominent figure in mineralogy, particularly known for his work at Mont Saint-Hilaire (MSH). His diligent collecting and examination efforts have led him to be the first to identify at least 35 species and discover 12 new species, not only at MSH but also at other alkaline localities. Dubbed the "Dean" of Mont Saint-Hilaire collectors, Peter was honoured with the naming of the new species petarasite in 1980. He has authored or co-authored numerous mineralogical articles and has been a member of the Mineralogical Association of Canada since 1964. Additionally, Peter has volunteered at the Redpath Museum for the past 21 years, where he was formally appointed the Honorary Curator of Mineralogy. In recognition of his significant contributions to mineralogy, Peter was awarded the 2017 Pinch Medal by the Mineralogical Association of Canada.

Peter's dedication to systematic collecting, curating his collection, and maintaining an archive of detailed historical and scientific information has greatly benefited the mineral sciences community both in Canada and globally. All specimens from this collection come with the original P. Tarassoff collection label.

Note: All prices are in Canadian dollars (CAD). International customers are charged in CAD, exchange rate is calculated automatically by your bank/paypal upon checkout.

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