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Cyanotrichite specimens for sale
11 for sale · $175–$2,295 USD
11 in the gallery
Cyanotrichite is a hydrous copper aluminum sulfate mineral that forms fine, blue-green to cyan needle-like crystals. It typically occurs as radiating or fan-like aggregates with a brilliant vitreous luster, offering striking color and texture when specimens are well-formed. The mineral is associated with secondary copper minerals in oxidized zones and is commonly found in hydrothermal and low-temperature environments, often alongside other sulfate minerals.
- Formula
- Cu4Al2(SO4)(OH)12 · 2H2O
- Rarity
- Rare
- Stability
- Moderately Stable
- Collector interest
- Very High Interest
- Classification notes
- Sulfates; sulfate minerals with hydroxy and water (Strunz/Dana class 07)
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View all 11Where Cyanotrichite is found
Top localities
- Qinglong Mine6 specimens
- Grandview Mine2 specimens
- Blanchard Mine1 specimen
- Cap Garonne Mine1 specimen
- Idaho1 specimen
- Morenci Mine1 specimen
- Tresavean Mine1 specimen
About Cyanotrichite
Notable localities include mines and deposits in the United States and China, where microcrystalline to acicular specimens have attracted interest from collectors. The combination of intense color, slender crystals, and delicate habit makes Cyanotrichite a memorable accessory to mineral cabinets, especially when matrix or pseudomorphs enhance the display. Collectors value small, well-formed sprays that reveal color contrast and a shimmering surface under proper lighting.
