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Crocoite

Name: Crocoite
SKU: 33251-PT
Availability: OutOfStock

33251-PT Category: _Archives –specimens pending sale or deletion

Dundas, Tasmania

Australia

Dimensions: 2.7x2.1x1.1 cm

Price: CA

This specimen is a classic thumbnail example of crocoite from the famous lead mines of Tasmania, featuring vibrant, jackstraw-style aggregates of acicular, electric orange-red crystals. The crocoite prisms are lustrous, translucent, and rich in colour. What is nice about this little piece is that the three main front-facing crystals are nicely terminated. Purchased in the 1990s, this significant older-style specimen exemplifies the exceptional quality for which Tasmanian crocoite is renowned. The sturdy matrix ensures the piece can be safely handled or shipped internationally. Tasmania has produced the world’s most impressive crocoite specimens, solidifying the species' reputation among collectors. Without these discoveries, crocoite might not hold the prominence it does today in the mineral world.

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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. 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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