Cuproadamite specimens for sale
3 for sale · $240–$1,100 USD
7 in the gallery
Cuproadamite is a zinc copper arsenate with hydroxyl groups in its crystal structure. It typically forms in small, prismatic to tabular crystals that can exhibit a pale to reddish-orange to olive coloration, often with a resinous to vitreous lustre. The habit and color can vary depending on the local chemistry, but transparency is usually imperfect, and crystals may occur as aggregates rather than solitary prisms. Notable specimens have been reported from Namibia and Mexico, among other locales, contributing to its appeal among mineral collectors who seek arsenates with distinctive composition and color.
- Formula
- (Zn,Cu)2AsO4OH
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Where Cuproadamite is found
Top localities
- Ojuela Mine2 specimens
- Christiana Mine1 specimen
About Cuproadamite
Collectors prize cuproadamite for its rarity and the insight it provides into Zn-Cu-arsenate systems. Although not as widely distributed as some common arsenates, high-quality specimens with well-formed crystals and clean intergrowths offer visual interest and a unique contrast against more familiar arsenates. The mineral laboratories and museums that study arsenates highlight cuproadamite’s role in understanding substitution mechanisms within the arsenate family, making pristine samples attractive for display and study.