Chalcotrichite specimens for sale

21 for sale · $100–$5,000 USD

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Chalcotrichite is a copper oxide mineral that forms as brown to black aggregate masses with a metallic to dull lustre. It commonly occurs as botryoidal to reniform aggregates and may show a subtle coppery sheen under reflected light. The mineral is collected for its distinctive texture and copper-rich coloration, which can contrast with more common oxide minerals. Notable specimens come from Namibia, the United States, and South Africa, where crystallization environments favored compact, opaque aggregates.

Formula
Cu2O
Rarity
Common
Stability
Stable
Collector interest
Niche Interest
Classification notes
Oxides; Oxide (Cuprite group)

Key characteristics

Crystal system
isometric
Mohs hardness
3.5–4
Specific gravity
6–6.14
Luster
adamantine, submetallic, silky
Transparency
translucent, opaque
Color
red, brown
Streak
red, brown
Cleavage
poor
Fracture
conchoidal, uneven
Crystal habit
acicular, fibrous, radiating

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Where Chalcotrichite is found

Top localities

  1. Czar Mine3 specimens
  2. Ray Mine3 specimens
  3. Fengjiashan Mine2 specimens
  4. Tsumeb2 specimens
  5. Bisbee1 specimen
  6. Camborne-Redruth and St Day Mining District1 specimen
  7. Campbell Mine1 specimen
  8. Concepción del Oro1 specimen
  9. Daye Co.1 specimen
  10. Mammoth-Saint Anthony Mine1 specimen

About Chalcotrichite

Collectors value Chalcotrichite for its unusual copper oxide composition and its association with oxidative zones in copper-bearing deposits. While not typically large or gemmy, the mineral’s textural variety and contrasting luster make it appealing for display alongside other oxide and secondary copper minerals. Specimens are often mounted for study of mineralogy and are appreciated for their supportive role in understanding oxide mineral paragenesis in copper sulfide districts.