Linarite

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An area approximately 3.0 x 2.0 cm in size on matrix is covered with blue massive and micro crystalline caledonite. Linarite is present on the backside of the matrix. Good reference quality example for the species and locality.The Blue Bell Claim, located in the Cady Mountains of San Bernardino County, California, USA, is a famous mineral locality known for its highly oxidized lead-copper-zinc deposit. Originally prospected and mined in the early twentieth century primarily for copper, silver, and gold, the site ultimately gained widespread acclaim among mineral collectors for its exceptional secondary copper and lead minerals. Among these, caledonite occurs as brilliant blue to blue-green micro-crystals and thin crusts formed through the alteration of primary sulfides in the arid desert climate. Today, specimens of caledonite from the Blue Bell Claim are highly sought after by micromount collectors and mineral enthusiasts for their vivid color and sharp crystal form.