Heterogenite w/ Chrysocolla

Star of the Congo Mine, Lubumbashi, Katanga, Dem. Rep. of Congo
Cabinet, 12.5 x 9.4 x 3.4 cm
Start Time: 12/18/2016 7:00:00 pm (CST)
End Time: 12/22/2016 6:31:12 pm (CST)
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Item Description

Heterogenite is an uncommon cobalt oxy-hydroxide, with some of the finest and richest examples coming from the famous Star of Congo Mine in Katanga. This impressive and rich large plate is covered with striking blackberry-like clusters of lustrous, black botryoids. The thin crust hosts a thin layer of pretty teal-blue chrysocolla, which adds much color and pizzazz. The back of the crust is covered with an unusual and unknown sparkly platy mineral. Choice and rich large material from the locale. New find!

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