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Aurichalcite

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Velvety, sparkling acicular crystals of an intense blue-green, in clusters scattered across the limonite matrix. Aurichalcites have one of the prettiest colors in the mineral kingdom, in my humble opinion. From the classic Ojuela locality. 8.1 x 5.4 x 3.2cm

Product details

SpeciesAurichalcite
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions8.1 x 5.4 x 3.2 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityMexico, Durango, Ojuela Mine

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
08/2024Unknown OwnerNot disclosed
—The ArkenstoneNot disclosed

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Aurichalcite
Mineral guide
Learn about Aurichalcite
blue to blue-green acicular sprays with silky luster; fragile, prized by collectors; notable localities include Ojuela, Kelly, Tsumeb.
Aurichalcite
Regional guide
Aurichalcite from Ojuela Mine, Mapimí, Mexico
, from Ojuela Mine, Mapimí, Mexico — vivid blue-green acicular tufts on rusty gossan; prized for color, texture, and iconic locality specimens.