Hemimorphite from Palabanda quarries, Mfouati, Mfouati District, Bouenza Department, Republic of the Congo - image 1
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Hemimorphite from Palabanda quarries, Mfouati, Mfouati District, Bouenza Department, Republic of the Congo

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A very rich and very colorful hemimorphite from Palabanda M`fouati District Bouenza Department, Dr Congo.

Mounds of beautiful blue hemimorphite botryoids composed of tiny, sparkling crystals completely cover much of this exceptional Big cabinet piece!

Fantastic color and great shape. No damage to report.

Product details

SpeciesHemimorphite
SizeMiniature
Dimensions3.5 x 5.0 x 4.5 cm
Weight68 grams
Added on05/22/2026
LocalityRepublic of the Congo, Bouenza Department, Palabanda quarries
Current owner
Unknown Owner
Acquired
Aug 2026
Previous owners
DateCollectorAcquisition price
—ArteMineraliaNot disclosed

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Hemimorphite
Mineral guide
Learn about Hemimorphite
hydrated zinc silicate with colorless blades and blue botryoids; forms in zinc-oxide zones, with famed localities and collector appeal.
Hemimorphite
Regional guide
Hemimorphite from Palabanda quarries
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Locality guide
Palabanda quarries
A collector's guide to Palabanda quarries, Republic of the Congo: its geology, mining history and notable minerals, illustrated with the 80 specimens documented from this locality on EarthWonders.