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Adranosite-(Fe)

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Adranosite-(Fe)

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Locality: 
La Fossa Crater, Vulcano Island, Messina Province, Sicily, Italy
Size Range: 
Small miniature (3-4.5 cm)
Size: 
4 × 3 × 2 cm
Description

Extremely rare new mineral (IMA 2011-006) found in only two localities worlwide and being La Fossa Crater the only locality of natural origin. Formerly known as UKI-fo30 (in "Vulcano, tre secoli di mineralogia" book). The mineral, that is a ammonium-sodium-iron sulphate, forms radial aggregates of yellow crystals. Very nice under the microscope !. Note.- Shipping costs are intended for Certified Mail. If you prefer the cheaper ordinary mail, please ask.

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Adranosite-(Fe)

Formula: 
(NH4)4NaFe3+2(SO4)4Cl(OH)2
Hardness: 
0.0
Type Locality: 
La Fossa crater, Vulcano Island, Lipari, Eolie Islands (Aeolian Islands), Messina Province, Sicily, Italy
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