Clinoatacamite on Chrysocolla
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A light blue matrix of chrysocolla is the host for HUGE and unusually robust, 3-dimensional clinoatacamite crystals. Lustrous, blocky crystals of deep forest-green clinoatacamite, to 1.1 cm in length, form a thick ridge atop the contrasting powder blue matrix, and it is all sparkling and lustrous. So far as I know and have seen, this is the finest display specimen of this rare species that has come out form three different sources I have kept eyes on over the last two years, here. It has phenomenal luster which makes it very hard to photograph, and I can only say it is MUCH better in person.
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| Date | Collector | Acquisition price |
|---|---|---|
| 08/2024 | Unknown Owner | Not disclosed |
| — | The Arkenstone | Not disclosed |
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sky-blue to teal-green copper silicate; botryoidal coatings and stalactites, often with quartz drusy, valued for color and locality; ID tips.Regional guide
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