Phosphophyllite
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Phosphophyllite is one of the most rare and beautiful species in the entire mineral world, and arguably, the most beautiful phosphate species extant. It is not only highly sought after, but in recent years has been dubbed the "Holy Grail" of mineral species by dealers and collectors. Many collectors and dealers alike treasure this species for its immense scarcity and immeasurable combination of form and unique color. This specimen is from a brand new find for the species in the Machacamarca mining district in Bolivia. It is not from the typical locality at the Unificada mine in Potosi. It features dozens if not hundreds of very rare, translucent, incredibly beautiful green color, euhedral "butterfly"-twinned crystals measuring up to 10 mm on matrix. It is a very rich specimen from a very exciting new find, which hopefully could one day produce specimens of the same size and quality as those from Unificada.
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SpeciesPhosphophyllite
SizeMiniature
Dimensions4.5 x 3.0 x 2.3 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityBolivia, Potosí, Infiernillos Mine
Known provenance
| Date | Collector | Acquisition price |
|---|---|---|
| 08/2024 | Unknown Owner | Not disclosed |
| — | The Arkenstone | Not disclosed |
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Mineral guide
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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.Regional guide
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