Rapid Creek

Canada
Rapid Creek
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Rapid Creek, in the Yukon, Canada, is a world-famous locality for blue lazulite and a remarkable suite of phosphate minerals.

About Rapid Creekextended article

What it is known for

The Rapid Creek–Big Fish River area hosts sky-blue lazulite, gem-clear phosphates, and many rare and type-locality species in ironstone.

What collectors look for

Sharp blue lazulite and the area's rare phosphates are the most sought-after.

Frequently asked questions

Where is Rapid Creek?

Rapid Creek is a mineral locality in Canada.

What is Rapid Creek known for?

Rapid Creek, in the Yukon, Canada, is a world-famous locality for blue lazulite and a remarkable suite of phosphate minerals.

References & databases

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