#spherocobaltite

[theoldbone]

Spherocobaltite, Bou Azzer Mining District, Morocco, photo by Ko-Chun Huang

[constructiconweek]

Ok happy new year! And thanks for everyone who voted I’ll go ahead and post the words I’ve selected for Constructicon week 2025 when we get closer to the dates feb 16th-22nd I’ll post the official list with the days and rules and all that as for now this is the Constructicon and ‘their word’ if you like to match the Constructicon with their word if the day and again this year I’m giving each two words one gem stone and one rock:

Scavenger: Spherocobaltite: Granite

Bonecrusher: Gembone: Igneous

Mixmaster: Corundum: Salt (NaCl)

Devastator: Topaz: Sandstone

Long Haul: Serpentinite: Coal

Scrapper: Beryl: Sedimentary

Hook: Free day (anyone else Constructicon adjacent)

(The different universes (G1, IDW one and two, TFA, Armanda and others can appeal to any day just tag it when we get there!)

These aren’t building materials but if you wanna build something Constructicon related please post we’d love to see it!

Again the days are February 16th - Feb 22nd 2025 (Engineering Week in the US) contact me admin @fireyhotsupertalia if you have any questions!

(Left out the links to what each of the rocks were/looked like in case they were keeping this post from showing up in tags but they are in the OG pinned on the blog

[kiwwsplash]

GEMSTONE STATUE

Erythrite/Spherocobaltite

[zwierzodudle]

so yesterday i went to a mineral faire and acquired more rocks, as one does

here's a bunch of em (non-macro pics at the end cuz some of the rocks have a very different vibe when not blasted by a lamp and zoomed in):

starting off with a nice little garnet, i love the stripes (dont eat it dont eat it dont eat-)

hematite, very shiny and round, love to see it

azurite, love how saturated that blue is, really living up to the name

malachite (with some tiny quartz buddies on one side). it looks a lot like moss but isn't, which is great cuz i can't even keep those alive (rip plants in a jar)

smoky quartz on microline, i really wanted a smoky quartz cuz i only had one tiny crystal before, and this was the only one that sparked joy and was affordable lol

amethyst, with sprinkles of dolomite on top. they're married your honor

this one is.... spherocobaltite. i think. i remember it was labeled as something that was NOT an amethyst, and then promptly forgot the name and had to wildly research when i got home. the color on it is so juicy up close hhh i love purple

and the best one:

this one is my fav. it's quartz with pyrite and some other darker rock in between (and those two tiny yellow crystals! i didn't notice them until the macro pics aaa). there's so much happening on it, i love it

this post is already really long so i'm hiding the non-macro pics under here, thanks for taking the trip to the Rock Zone with me:

[ainews]

Spherocobaltite is a toxic mineral that has been found to be linked to adverse health effects in humans and animals alike. The mineral, also known as cobaltite, is a compound consisting of cobalt, iron, sulfur, and zinc. It is often used in manufacturing processes as an additive, or as a coating, for a variety of products and materials, including constructions material, industrial insulation, and paint.

The mineral has been found to contain harmful levels of cobalt and other heavy metals, and has the potential to cause a number of adverse health effects. High concentrations of cobalt can lead to long-term heart and lung damage, and even cancer. Other health effects may include liver, kidney, and reproductive problems.

Many of the products that contain spherocobaltite have potentially dangerous levels of cobalt, and have been linked to serious accidents in the workplace and in homes. It is important that workers and consumers are aware of the risks associated with this mineral, and take measures to prevent exposure. Protective clothing and equipment, such as respirators, should be used in any environment where spherocobaltite may be present.

In addition to the health risks, spherocobaltite can also be damaging to the environment. When released to soil, the cobalt can break down into other forms that can be toxic to plants, animals, and microorganisms. The long-term effects of cobalt in the environment can be greatly damaging, particularly to sensitive habitats and ecosystems.

Unfortunately, spherocobaltite is in a wide range of consumer products, often without consumers being aware of its presence. As a result, it is important for governments and regulators to take steps to restrict the use of this mineral, and ensure that products containing spherocobaltite are properly labelled and are accompanied by warnings.

[adraelfineminerals]

Precious specimen from Morocco in which we can see on matrix a group of spherocobaltite crystals with a vitreous luster and a dark magenta red color. They are crystals with a Hexagonal Scalenohedral morphology and possibly the specimen contains other secondary cobalt crystallizations. A wonderful specimen.

[the-diamond-command]

Side Story Saturday

Immediately following the events of the Part 2 Finale of the The Diamond Command Comic...

Art by @perimarine

[rhodochrosite-love]

A venn for our fusion grandma! Some are repeated because of the three Peridots but it was fun to make!

(Also it’s transparent ;3)

[earthstory]

spirifer_minerals

Erythrite, quartz and spherocobaltite from Bou Azzer (Morocco) size: 6 cm, SOLD. To see more of our minerals visit www.SpiriferMinerals

[matejpl]

Pastel colors, crystals' aesthetics & saying goodbye to sunny and warm days. Sounds not to bad for an ordinary Monday. Hope you're having a good one.

[mitsuhiroen]

[sacarozen]

hey guys, this is Spherocobaltite,a searcher and hunter of small troublemakers. A little smaller than a pearl but very strong.

[perimarine]

Spherocobaltite 2.5

The fusion between Stevonnie, Garnet and Amethyst!

Sugilite is known to be reckless but when she fuses with Stevonnie, they become a gem who loves to party, only wanting to have fun. They become less aggressive and have slightly more control of their impulse decisions. They don’t care about much unless it’s extremely important. They gain an extra set of eyes and arms but also gain an extra mouth on their stomach.

Since Sugilite hasn’t been formed since Amethyst has regenerated with her white shirt, I made an updated Sugilite myself.

Rainbow Quartz 2.5 | Smoky Quartz 2.5 | Cherry Quartz 2.5 | Tangerine & Druzy Quartz 2.5 | Strawberry & Blueberry Quartz 2.5 | Titanium Quartz 2.5 | Kunzite 2.5

[bijoux-et-mineraux]

Spherocobaltite with Calcite and Quartz - Star of the Congo Mine, Lumbashi, Katanga, Congo

[adraelfineminerals]

Precious piece by Bou Azzer in which we see aggregates of spherocobaltite crystals with pinkish tones and sharp edges of great luster, on a matrix of very well defined and finished dolomite crystals. A piece with many contrasts and beauty.-

[the-diamond-command]

Sainfeldite

Fusion of Spherocobaltite and Lawsonite. She was cast out when she refused to unfuse and thrown in the Containment Facility on Mapus.

Spherocobaltite - Garden Gnomes

Lawsonite - Courtroom Stenographers (Transcribers)