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Thorianite (Var: Uranothorianite)

Locality: Antanimora Commune, Ambovombe District, Androy Region, Tuléar Province (Toliara), Madagascar

Note: The mineral species Uranothorianite is not listed in our database for this locality. This specimen may be misidentified or the mindat list of minerals at this locality may be incomplete.

This specimen consists of a very large single crystal of Uranothorianite. The crystal is sharp, lustrous, and complete. The crystal has a fascinating, complex habit that clearly exhibits some peculiar rotation. Very large and particularly fine for the species. Ex. Ernie & Vera Schlichter Collection No. 9.1-040. Ex. Scott J. Williams Collection. Crystal size is 2.7cm x 2.5cm x 2.4cm.

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