Childrenite on Quartz monoclinic this piece is associated with

this piece is associated with the incredibly rare

If you’re a collector of Cassiterites or Bolivian minerals

and it’s one of my favorite Vivianites from this mine for obvious reasons

which is rarely seen in my experience with this material

These are true Alpine classics

Childrenite on Quartz monoclinic this piece is associated withSome of the best crystallized phosphates from Bolivia are found at this locality. Childrenite is a relatively rare, hydrated iron aluminum phosphate and some of the better and more unique specimens of this mineral come from Llallagua. There are only a few localities in the world where this mineral is found. This specimen features several excellent, rare, sparkling, brownish color spherical aggregates (comprised of dozens of triangular bladed crystals)