Xenotime (excellent crystal)

Item Description

When I first saw this specimen, I mistook it for a Zircon because it's so large, sharp, and well-formed that I didn't even think it could be a Xenotime. Not only is this a big Xenotime crystal for the locality, it's large for Xenotime in general worldwide. The piece is notably smooth and complete all around with wonderful reddish-brown color and a bit of gemminess on the edges when backlit. The crystal has wonderful luster and textbook tetragonal form with a steep, pyramidal termination. A fantastic thumbnail sized specimen of this well known material from Brazil. Only a small area of interrupted growth along one edge can be seen, but it's outweighed by the size and superior quality. Priced in the inventory at $900.