Pascoite xls, Radkovanite xls; Pandora Mine, Utah, USA; Cab; unique piece
Pascoite crystals and Radkovanite crystals from the Pandora Mine in Utah, USA. One cabinet specimen as unique piece.
This specimen displays bright yellow to orange coatings and crusts of Pascoite and Radkovanite on dark matrix from the well-known Pandora Mine in Utah, USA. The vividly coloured vanadium minerals cover large areas of the surface and create a striking contrast between intense yellow and orange shades. The attractive appearance makes this specimen an excellent collector's piece from a classic vanadium locality of the Colorado Plateau.
Particularly noteworthy are the abundant powdery to finely crystalline mineral coatings that are characteristic of the oxidation zones of vanadium-rich ore deposits. The intense colours and the rarity of the mineral species present give the specimen considerable mineralogical and collector appeal.
Geology & Origin
The Pandora Mine in Utah is one of the important uranium and vanadium deposits of the Colorado Plateau. Weathering processes led to the formation of numerous rare secondary vanadium minerals, including Pascoite and Radkovanite. These minerals commonly form vivid yellow to orange crusts and coatings on the host rock. The locality is internationally recognised for its exceptional diversity of rare vanadium and uranium minerals and is highly regarded by specialist collectors worldwide.
Notice
Mineral specimen intended for collecting and display purposes only. Not for consumption. Contains vanadium minerals. Processing, cutting, grinding or crushing may generate potentially harmful dust. Avoid dust generation and keep out of reach of children.
This table is for general information and orientation, although the sizes of the stones may vary. In addition, this specification is handled differently from region to region.
| Sizes | Description | approx. Sizes in mm/cm | approx. Sizes in INCH | |
| Capsule | Capsule | 0.1–0.5 mm in a transparent hard capsule (approx. 1 cm) | capsule contents 0.1–0.5 mm | capsule contents 0.004–0.02 in |
| TN/mm | Micromount (TN = Thumbnail) | everything fitting in a TN Perky box or a MM box of approx. 1 in | approx. 0.5–2.5 cm | max. 1 in |
| Min | Miniature specimen | will not fit a TN or MM box anymore | approx. 2.5–5 cm | approx. 0.2–1.0 in |
| Scab | small cabinet specimen | approx. one-third to half a hand size | approx. 5–9 cm | approx. 1.0–2.0 in |
| Cab | cabinet specimen | full hand size | approx. 9–15 cm | approx. 2.0–3.5 in |
| large Cab | large cabinet specimen | approx. two hand sizes | approx. 15–30 cm | approx. 3.5–6.0 in |
| very large Cab | very large cabinet specimen | everything larger, no upper limit |
Abbreviations commonly used in mineralogy.
| Abbreviation | Meaning |
| xl | single crystal, possible with matrix |
| xls | noticeable crystals |
| (xl) | embedded or damaged |
| (xls) | embedded or damaged |
| MASS | massive and/or amorphous pieces |
| TYP | type locality of the original description |
| SWUV | shortwave-UV-reaction |
| UV | ultraviolet reaction |
| SC | self-collected |
| U | unique (single unique piece) |
Usage Instructions
This product is ideal as a collector's item, decorative element, teaching material, or for scientific and exhibition purposes.
Legal Notices
Safety
We accept no liability for damages resulting from improper and/or non-recommended use. Please carefully assess the suitability of the product before any alternative use.
Responsible Provider
Mikon Mineralienkontor GmbH
Steinslieth 11
D-37130 Gleichen OT Klein Lengden
Email: info@mikon-online.com
| shipment-weight, NOT netto weight (kg) | 0.700000 |
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