Chenevixite (rare - old specimen)

Chuquicamata Mine, Antofagasta Region, Chile
Miniature, 4.8 x 4.3 x 4.0 cm
Start Time: 08/01/2016 6:30:00 am (CDT)
End Time: 08/04/2016 6:30:00 pm (CDT)
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Item Description

Chenevixite is a rare hydroxyl Cu-Fe arsenate. It is relatively uncommon from this famous huge open pit copper mine. This is a fine, old-time, lightweight solid mass of mint-green, earthy chenevixite from an East Coast collection. A very rich and highly representative example of the rare species and locale. Comes with a Hugh Ford label dating from 1946-57. Valued $300

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