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Adamite (Var: Cuprian Adamite)

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This mine is very well known for it's Adamite specimens, but some of the most highly sought after specimens of the Cuprian variety of Adamite are found here. This piece features several sharp, lustrous, gemmy, blue-green color crystals of cuprian adamite sitting on Limonite matrix. The size of the crystals is very good for this material, and they have superb crystal from with an almost wet looking luster. These crystals are translucent, but are the perfect contrast for the orange-brown Limonite matrix.

Product details

SpeciesAdamite
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions7.0 x 6.0 x 3.4 cm
Added on10/23/2024

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
08/2024Unknown OwnerNot disclosed
The ArkenstoneNot disclosed

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Adamite
Mineral guide
Learn about Adamite
zinc arsenate with vivid hues, sharp microcrystals on limonite, and bright UV fluorescence; prized by collectors from Ojuela, Tsumeb, and Lavrion.
Adamite
Regional guide
Adamite from Ojuela Mine, Mexico
Ojuela Mine, Mexico — adamite with yellow-green pinwheel crystals, blue cuprian and purple manganoan varieties, strong UV fluorescence, a top collector locality