Phosphohedyphane

Whitwell quarry, Whitwell, Derbyshire, England

Reference: 2163

Rich bed of green phosphohedyphane displaying stalagmitic growths and small pseudomorphs after cerussite on a massive galena matrix. Quite a rare phosphate specie for the UK only occuring in specimen quality at Whitwell quarry and the Leadhills. For further details of the mineralisation at Whitwell quarry see the article in the Russell Society Journal No.24; 2021.

Formula: Ca₂Pb₃(PO₄)₃Cl

Status: Sold

Dimensions: 62x50x30mm

Size: Small Cabinet (S)