Oumjrane

Morocco
Oumjrane
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Oumjrane, in the Moroccan Anti-Atlas, is a modern locality classic for lustrous hematite, quartz, and barite.

About Oumjraneextended article

What it is known for

The Oumjrane lead-copper veins yield bright metallic hematite roses and crystals, smoky and clear quartz, and barite in aesthetic associations.

What collectors look for

Lustrous hematite with quartz, and sharp barite, are the signature Oumjrane specimens.

Frequently asked questions

Where is Oumjrane?

Oumjrane is a mineral locality in Morocco.

What is Oumjrane known for?

Oumjrane, in the Moroccan Anti-Atlas, is a modern locality classic for lustrous hematite, quartz, and barite.

References & databases

Mindat.org is the world’s largest open mineralogy database.