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Copper Pseudomorph After Aragonite

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Although its original external form is still obvious as being aragonite, it is very evident that the aragonite has been totally replaced by copper. This is a neat, unusual, specimen! These classic copper pseudos are seldom seen today on the market and to me represent one of the most interesting pseudos of all out there, in that such a common carbonate as aragonite has been replaced by a native element.

Product details

SpeciesCopper, Aragonite
SizeMiniature
Dimensions3.9 x 3.3 x 2.1 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityBolivia, La Paz, Coro Coro

Known provenance

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

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Copper
Mineral guide
Learn about Copper
native copper with spinel-twinned crystals and arborescences; notable from Lake Superior, Itauz, Dongchuan, Corocoro, prized for color and localities.
Copper
Regional guide
Copper from Coro Coro, Bolivia
Coro Coro, Bolivia - native copper pseudomorphs after aragonite, crisp pseudohexagonal forms, warm patina, and highly collectible, scarce pieces.