Kasolite, Malachite

Musonoi Mine, Shaba
Democratic Republic of Congo
Dimensions: 1.4x1.0x1.1 cm
Price: CA

$65.00

This is a rich specimen of kasolite from the renowned Musonoi Mine in Zaire, a locality famous for its rare uranyl selenites and palladium minerals. The specimen features vibrant orange prismatic kasolite crystals set against a contrasting green matrix malachite.

Kasolite, a rare uranium silicate, is an oxidation product of uraninite and is highly sought after by collectors due to its scarcity and brilliant appearance. This specimen showcases well-formed micro-crystals of kasolite, making it an excellent example of these rare uranium minerals. Given its composition, it is slightly radioactive, a common characteristic for minerals of this type. Specimens like this are difficult to obtain today, especially in such fine condition, and are considered classic representations of the species.

 

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