Autunite – Nanjingqiao Uranium Mine, Hunan, China
A stunning specimen of vibrant yellow Autunite from the famous Nanjingqiao Uranium Mine in Pingjiang County, Hunan Province, China. This piece features a rich carpet of sparkling, well-formed autunite crystals covering the matrix, creating an eye-catching display with exceptional color and luster.
Autunite is one of the world's most recognizable uranium minerals, prized for its brilliant yellow-green coloration and strong fluorescence under ultraviolet light. Specimens from Nanjingqiao are highly sought after by collectors due to their crystal quality, vivid color, and increasingly limited availability.
Species: Autunite
Locality: Nanjingqiao Uranium Mine, Pingjiang County, Yueyang, Hunan Provence China
Chemical Formula: Ca(UO₂)₂(PO₄)₂·10–12H₂O
Features:
• Bright canary-yellow crystal coverage
• Excellent sparkle and visual appeal
• Fluorescent under UV light
• Classic uranium mineral from a world-famous locality
• Ideal for radioactive mineral, fluorescent mineral, and advanced mineral collections
This beautiful specimen showcases the striking beauty of natural uranium mineralization and would make a standout addition to any collection. A fine example from one of China's premier autunite-producing localities.