Szenicsite specimens for sale
7 for sale · $340–$7,500 USD
21 in the gallery
Szenicsite is a copper molybdate hydroxide mineral that forms as small, well-formed crystals and crusts. It typically exhibits a blue-green to azure color, with a vitreous to resinous lustre and a transparent to translucent appearance in well-grown specimens. Crystals are often tabular or prismatic, sometimes forming delicate intergrowths that highlight its geometric faces. The mineral’s crystallography and composition reflect copper oxide and molybdate chemistry, producing specimens that are both visually striking and scientifically interesting. The Chilean localities produce notable examples that attract collectors with their clean angles and crisp terminations.
- Formula
- Cu3(MoO4)(OH)4
- Rarity
- Rare
- Stability
- Stable
- Collector interest
- High Interest
- Classification notes
- Molybdate; Strunz 7.GB, molybdates with additional anions
Key characteristics
- Crystal system
- orthorhombic
- Mohs hardness
- 3
- Specific gravity
- 4.28
- Luster
- vitreous
- Transparency
- transparent, translucent
- Color
- green
- Streak
- green
- Cleavage
- perfect
- Fracture
- uneven
- Crystal habit
- prismatic, acicular, bladed, radiating, massive
Buy Szenicsite specimens
View all 7Where Szenicsite is found
Top localities
- Inca de Oro mining district2 specimens
- Atacama1 specimen
About Szenicsite
Collectors value szenicsite for its rarity and the challenge of finding well-preserved crystals, particularly from classic Chilean occurrences. Specimens can display attractive color zoning and contrasting matrix, enhancing display appeal. As with many copper molybdates, the mineral is commonly associated with hydrothermal systems and secondary alteration near copper-rich ore deposits, which adds to the story behind each piece. For those seeking a distinct color and mineralogical tie to a copper-molybdate phase, szenicsite offers a tangible connection to high-temperature, hydrothermal mineralogy.







