Where minerals are found

A world map of notable localities, colored by mineral group. Zoom in to reveal the specific mineral found at each spot.

Mineral groups

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Elements 12

Sulfides 384

Halides 127

Oxides 995

Carbonates 163

Sulfates 251

Phosphates 618

Silicates 795

Points show each mineral’s locality — its real coordinate where known, otherwise its country. Zoom in to split a cluster into individual minerals; hover a cluster to preview its minerals.