Atacamite

Ex collection of Jeff Lines of Valencia, California.

A photo of the piece was included in the comprehensive article on the locality in The Mineralogical Record at p.188 of Volume 50

Photo by László Kupi

Product details

SpeciesAtacamite

SizeMiniature

Dimensions4.2 x 4.1 x 2.5 cm

Added on10/02/2025

LocalityAustralia, South Australia

Current owner

David Lucas

Member since 2025

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Mineral guide

Learn about Atacamite

vivid green copper hydroxychloride with glassy luster and sharp prism crystals; forms in oxidized copper deposits and is prized for color and rarity.

Regional guide

Atacamite from South Australia

Locality guide

South Australia

A collector's guide to South Australia, Australia: its geology, mining history and notable minerals, illustrated with the 164 specimens documented from this locality on EarthWonders.

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