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Chalcopyrite-Coated Chalcocite With Djurleite

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A rich and showy example with TONS of color from this 2013 find. The chalcopyrite crystals are coated with blebs of djurleite and all is overlaid by a micro thin layer of chalcopyrite (by analysis). A unique find! We have many small pieces, but few good, large, undamaged pieces came out. Joe Budd photos.

Product details

SpeciesChalcopyrite, Chalcocite, Djurleite
SizeCabinet
Dimensions15.0 x 9.5 x 9.0 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityChina, Hubei, Tonglushan Mine

Known provenance

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

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Chalcopyrite
Mineral guide
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brassy-gold, metallic crystals with disphenoid forms and rainbow tarnish; prized for luster, contrast, and localities like Dalnegorsk.
Chalcopyrite
Regional guide
Chalcopyrite from Tonglushan Mine, China
Tonglushan chalcopyrite, Daye, China — brassy crystals and iridescent blister copper spheres; a skarn locality prized by collectors for rarity and context.