mineral
Vanadinite
Pb5(VO4)3Cl
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness 3 on the Mohs scale, vibrant red-orange color, resinous to adamantine luster, and hexagonal crystal system.
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Physical properties
Hardness 3 on the Mohs scale, vibrant red-orange color, resinous to adamantine luster, and hexagonal crystal system.
Formation & geological history
Forms as a secondary mineral in oxidized lead deposits, typically found in arid climates.
Uses & applications
Mainly serves as an ore of vanadium and a prized specimen for mineral collectors.
Geological facts
Vanadinite belongs to the apatite group and its bright color comes from high vanadium content.
Field identification & locations
Easily identified by its distinctive hexagonal prisms and reddish-orange color, frequently found in Morocco, Arizona, and Mexico.
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