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Mimetite

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A superb specimen of the best color, and luster, for this find - and in a perfect large miniature size. This crust of matrix is totally covered by botryoids, to 0.7 cm across of velvety, rich green mimetite. There are a few scattered glassy and translucent, amber-colored wulfenite crystals as accent but it is first and foremost a mimetite specimen and one of my favorites of this whole lot that we purchased. Priced at a premium, to others here, but worth it to my eye.

Product details

SpeciesMimetite
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions5.5 x 5.5 x 1.3 cm
Added on10/23/2024

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
03/2025Unknown Owner$2,000.00
The ArkenstoneNot disclosed

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Mimetite
Mineral guide
Learn about Mimetite
lead arsenate chloride crystals from canary yellow to orange; hexagonal prisms and campylite forms showcase color, variety, and localities.
Mimetite
Regional guide
Mimetite from Ojuela Mine, Mexico
Ojuela Mine, Mexico — famed for green-to-yellow mimetite on iron-rich gossan, often with bright wulfenite; a classic locality prized by mineral collectors.