Phosphophyllite

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This is one of the most rare and beautiful species in the entire mineral world, and arguably, the most amazing phosphate species extant. Many collectors and dealers alike treasure this species for its immense scarcity and immeasurable combination of form and color. This specimen features an exceptionally rare, lustrous, gem/gemmy, incredibly beautiful blue green color, euhedral crystal measuring 1.1 cm of the great phosphate associated with tan Siderite and massive, deep reddish-black Sphalerite. There are also a few uncrystallized Phosphophyllite sections on the specimen as well. This mine has produced very little of these specimens in the last 20 years, and this piece was one of the better ones to come out in the last decade.

Product details

SpeciesPhosphophyllite

SizeSmall Cabinet

Dimensions5.1 x 4.2 x 3.0 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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rare sea-green to mint-blue crystals with glassy luster; fragile (hardness 3.5, perfect cleavage), prized Bolivian specimens and micromounts.

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