Davidite-(Ce), Petaca Mining District, New Mexico, USA

Davidite-(Ce) Crystal Formation – New Mexico, USA

This is a rare and highly sought-after specimen of Davidite-(Ce), a complex oxide mineral containing rare earth elements and uranium. This specific crystal was sourced from the Vestergard Pegmatite within the Petaca Mining District of Rio Arriba County, New Mexico.

Named in 1988 to honor Professor Tannat William Edgeworth David, Davidite is a significant mineral for collectors of rare radioactive species. It typically presents as a dark, metallic, or sub-metallic crystal.

• Locality: Vestergard Pegmatite, Petaca Mining District, Rio Arriba County, New Mexico, USA.

• Mineral: Davidite-(Ce).

• Weight: 2.18 Grams.

• Dimensions: 15mm x 12mm x 10mm.

• Composition: Contains Cerium (Ce), Uranium (U), and associated decay products.

Safety & Handling

As with all radioactive minerals, this specimen should be handled with care. Please ensure you have reviewed the necessary safety protocols for storing and displaying radioactive ores.

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