Atacamite (old specimen)

Atacama Province, Chile (Type Locality)
Large Cabinet, 19.5 x 9.1 x 4.2 cm
Start Time: 01/01/2015 6:45:00 pm (CST)
End Time: 01/08/2015 6:58:34 pm (CST)
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Item Description

A classic specimen of Atacamite from the type locality for the species. This is an old specimen (approximately 50 years) and features sparkling, almost wet-looking, rich emerald green, slightly gemmy, bladed crystals on matrix. The piece is associated with Malachite and minor Chrysocolla as well. A great, colorful "old time" specimen of this beloved Copper Hydroxyhalide. Specimens - espeically fine quality large cabinets - of this material are not easy to find on the market anymore. Priced at $2000. PLEASE NOTE: This specimen is heavy, and will require an additional shipping charge!

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