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Rosasite

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A rich rosasite specimen from old finds here in the 1970s. Recently rosasite has been found here again, but it's been a long time since the previous finds and remains rare for this locale overall. Ex. Harold Urish Collection.

Product details

SpeciesRosasite
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions9.8 x 7.0 x 5.2 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityMexico, Durango, Ojuela Mine

Known provenance

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

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Rosasite
Mineral guide
Learn about Rosasite
copper-zinc carbonate hydroxide with vivid blue-green, velvety botryoids; prized for color, texture, and classic localities like Laurion and Ojuela.
Rosasite
Regional guide
Rosasite from Ojuela Mine, Mexico
from the Ojuela Mine, Mexico - blue-green botryoidal crystals in iron-oxide vugs, vivid color and velvety textures, a standout oxidized carbonate.