Cosalite specimens for sale
1 for sale · $2,000 USD
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Cosalite is a lead bismuth sulfide mineral that forms metallic, often tabular crystals with a distinctive brassy to orange-brown coloration and a lustrous surface. The mineral typically occurs in sulfide-rich hydrothermal environments and can present a blocky, prismatic habit with mirror-like faces that reflect light vividly. Notable specimens have been recovered from well-known mining regions in Kazakhstan, Canada, and the Czech Republic, among others, where hydrothermal veins and contact zones provide the stable chemical and structural environments required for crystal growth.
- Formula
NaCa₃Al₆Si₆O₁₈(OH)₄
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Where Cosalite is found
Top localities
- Amo Sn deposit1 specimen
- Kara-Oba W deposit1 specimen
About Cosalite
Collectors seek cosalite for its bright metallic sheen and dramatic, well-formed crystals that contrast with the darker host rocks. Affinity for high-temperature hydrothermal systems often yields specimens with sharp terminations and deep luster, making them attractive as display pieces. Though not among the most abundant sulfide minerals, cosalite crystals from classic localities are considered desirable for their rich color and the striking way they break up rock matrices, enhancing a collection’s geological narrative.