Cornetite, Chrysocolla
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Cornetite is a rare hydrated copper phosphate. This very fine, vuggy specimen in chrysocolla matrix is very richly lined with scintillating, vivid teal blue cornetite microcrystals. A striking and beautiful combination specimen. This fine piece is from a new find at the type locality - the Star of Congo Mine.
Product details
SpeciesChrysocolla, Cornetite
SizeCabinet
Dimensions10.9 x 6.0 x 5.6 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityDR Congo, Haut-Katanga, L'Etoile du Congo Mine
Known provenance
| Date | Collector | Acquisition price |
|---|---|---|
| 08/2024 | Unknown Owner | Not disclosed |
| — | The Arkenstone | Not disclosed |
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Mineral guide
Learn about Chrysocolla
sky-blue to teal-green copper silicate; botryoidal coatings and stalactites, often with quartz drusy, valued for color and locality; ID tips.Regional guide
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