Olivenite
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A CLASSIC, OLD-TIME specimen of quartz-rich matrix richly covered with multi-hued green, radial clusters of olivenite variety "wood copper" from the famous Wheal Unity, Cornwall, England. The scattered bruising is barely noticeable on this fine old-timer. Ex Richard Barstow Collection. 6.5 x 4.7 x 3.8 cm
Product details
SpeciesOlivenite
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions6.5 x 4.7 x 3.8 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityUK, England, Wheal Unity
Known provenance
| Date | Collector | Acquisition price |
|---|---|---|
| 08/2024 | Unknown Owner | Not disclosed |
| — | The Arkenstone | Not disclosed |
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, copper arsenate hydroxide; olive to yellow-green crystals with varied habits, prized by collectors from Cornwall to Tsumeb and Cap Garonne.Regional guide
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