{"product_id":"crocoite-crystal-specimen-red-lead-mine-dundas-zeehan-district-tasmania-australia","title":"Crocoite Crystal Specimen – Red Lead Mine, Dundas, Zeehan District, Tasmania, Australia","description":"\u003cp\u003eA spectacular Crocoite specimen from the world-famous Red Lead Mine in the Dundas mineral field near Zeehan, Tasmania, Australia. This legendary locality is regarded as one of the premier crocoite-producing regions on Earth and has yielded some of the finest examples ever recovered.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCrocoite is instantly recognizable for its brilliant orange-red color and striking crystal formations. The mineral's vivid appearance makes it one of the most sought-after display minerals among collectors worldwide. Specimens from the Dundas region are particularly prized for their exceptional color, crystal development, and historic locality significance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecimen Highlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural Crocoite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRed Lead Mine locality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDundas Mineral Field\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eZeehan District, Tasmania, Australia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrilliant orange-red coloration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHighly collectible mineral species\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClassic world-famous locality specimen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eMineral Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMineral:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crocoite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChemical Formula:\u003c\/strong\u003e PbCrO₄\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMineral Class:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chromates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal System:\u003c\/strong\u003e Monoclinic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright orange to deep red-orange\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLuster:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adamantine to vitreous\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Dundas region of Tasmania has become synonymous with world-class crocoite. For generations, collectors have sought specimens from this locality due to their remarkable crystal quality and unmatched color intensity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCollectors value Tasmanian crocoite for:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExceptional color saturation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHistoric world-famous locality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDramatic crystal formations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrong collector demand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMuseum-quality display potential\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncreasing scarcity of fine material\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eDepending on the specimen, natural features may include:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrismatic crystal clusters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRadiating crystal sprays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBright orange-red crystals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatrix contrast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulti-generational crystal growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExceptional luster\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eCrocoite from the Dundas field remains highly desirable among:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdvanced mineral collectors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAustralian mineral specialists\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHistoric locality collectors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMuseum collections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisplay specimen enthusiasts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInvestment-grade mineral collectors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProvenance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eRed Lead Mine, Dundas Mineral Field, Zeehan District, Tasmania, Australia\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eMeasurements\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 45 x 24 x 25 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlease review all photographs carefully for overall condition, crystal quality, matrix, and natural growth features, as they are considered part of the description. Crocoite crystals are naturally delicate and may display minor contact points or small crystal terminations resulting from natural growth and recovery.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCollector Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFew minerals command attention quite like crocoite. The intense orange-red crystal clusters from Tasmania have become iconic within the mineral collecting community and are considered among the most visually striking mineral specimens available.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFine Dundas crocoite specimens have long been featured in major museum collections and are regarded as cornerstone pieces within advanced mineral collections worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Prospector's Vault","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42430021926994,"sku":null,"price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0575\/8805\/6146\/files\/Crocoite.png?v=1780181334","url":"https:\/\/prospectorsvault.com\/products\/crocoite-crystal-specimen-red-lead-mine-dundas-zeehan-district-tasmania-australia","provider":"Prospector's Vault","version":"1.0","type":"link"}