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RM3596   Fergusonite-(Y)
YNbO₄
  -  7. Sulfates, chromates, molybdates and wolframates

A spectacular specimen of fergusonite-(Y), a somewhat unusual yttrium niobate, which typically occurs massively or in small crystals. In this specimen, several crystals can be observed growing in parallel. It belongs from the collection of Jean Béhier (1903-1963), a self-taught French mineralogist who amassed a collection of over 5,000 specimens, primarily of Madagascar minerals. This collection was formed through his numerous field studies and the many exchanges he made throughout his life. A top specimen for both the species and the locality.

Size: 5.6 x 2.8 x 2.1 cm.
Collection Jean Béhier (France) #113.
Presents radioactive activity.
550 €