Phosphophyllite
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Phosphophyllite, with its unique blue-green color and gemminess, is one of the rarest and most desirable mineral species in the world. This rare, large specimen, from a recent find features a 2-7 mm thick vein of phosphophyllite sandwiched between the sulfide and quartz-rich matrix. Two of the phosphophyllites are sharply terminated and highly lustrous; one is very gemmy, while the other is translucent. The gemmy crystal is classic, high-grade material. The translucent crystal is actually 3.0 cm long.
Product details
SpeciesPhosphophyllite
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions7.2 x 4.8 x 3.2 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityBolivia, Potosí, Cerro de Potosí
Known provenance
| Date | Collector | Acquisition price |
|---|---|---|
| 08/2024 | Unknown Owner | Not disclosed |
| — | The Arkenstone | Not disclosed |
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Mineral guide
Learn about Phosphophyllite
rare sea-green to mint-blue crystals with glassy luster; fragile (hardness 3.5, perfect cleavage), prized Bolivian specimens and micromounts.Regional guide
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