Sputnik Aragonite Morocco

Add a truly eye-catching mineral specimen to your collection with this beautiful Sputnik Aragonite from Sefrou, Morocco. Its unusual radiating crystal formations give it the distinctive appearance that earned this variety its popular nickname, “Sputnik,” after the famous Soviet satellite.

Origin: Sefrou, Fès-Meknès Region, Morocco
Locality: Tazouta area, Sefrou Province
Measurements: Approximately 5.5" x 5"
Weight: 1.870 lbs. (847 grams)
Mineral: Aragonite
Form: Sputnik / radiating crystal cluster

The Tazouta area near Sefrou is well known for its distinctive aragonite specimens, which can display radiating and interlocking crystal growths. The “Sputnik” nickname is commonly used by mineral dealers and collectors for these unusual clusters.

Please Note: This is a natural mineral specimen and is sold as seen in its photographs and video. Natural variations, imperfections, chips, matrix, and other characteristics are part of the specimen and should be expected. Please review all measurements and photographs carefully before purchasing.