Zincolivenite

Zincolivenite specimens for sale

51 for sale · $50–$12,500 USD

33 in the gallery

Zincolivenite is a copper zinc arsenate hydroxide mineral, typically forming crystals and coatings that display a warm orange-brown to yellow-brown coloration. Crystals are often small but can be well-formed, with a vitreous to pale sub-metallic lustre that catches light and shows subtle facets on exposed faces. The mineral commonly occurs in hydrothermal environments and can be associated with other arsenates and sulfates in secondary mineral assemblages.

Formula
CuZn(AsO4)(OH)

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Where Zincolivenite is found

Top localities

  1. Tsumeb27 specimens
  2. Christiana Mine2 specimens
  3. Ojuela Mine2 specimens
  4. Lavrion Mining District1 specimen
  5. Milpillas Mine1 specimen

About Zincolivenite

Notable localities include Namibia, Mexico, and Greece, where specimens have been described for their color, crystal form, and relative rarity. In many collections, zincolivenite is valued for its contrasting tones and the way it complements deeper orange or green arsenates in a display cabinet. Specimens can range from compact crusts to sharp, euhedral crystals, offering different textures for study and appreciation. Collectors often seek material that clearly shows crystal habit and clean, lustrous surfaces that highlight the mineral’s mineralogical character.