Hopeite Ps. Hemimorphite
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With out question this pseudomorph of hopeite after hemimorphite is not only spectacular, it is very rare. Diverging blades clearly exhibiting parallel growth of hemimorphite, to 2.5 cm in length and of an umber color have been replaced by hopeite, the much rarer zinc phosphate. Awesome!
Product details
SpeciesHemimorphite, Hopeite
SizeMiniature
Dimensions3.5 x 3.0 x 2.0 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityZambia, Kabwe District, Kabwe Mine
Known provenance
| Date | Collector | Acquisition price |
|---|---|---|
| 08/2024 | Unknown Owner | Not disclosed |
| — | The Arkenstone | Not disclosed |
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Mineral guide
Learn about Hemimorphite
hydrated zinc silicate with colorless blades and blue botryoids; forms in zinc-oxide zones, with famed localities and collector appeal.Regional guide
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