Hiker finds rare mineral in northern Russia that glows under UV light

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A hiker exploring mountains in northern Russia found some sodalite, a mineral that gives off an orange glow under ultraviolet light.

Due to its unique blue colour, the mineral is popular in some forms of jewellery.

This footage was filmed on September 11.

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