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Natrochalcite (old - Type Locality) Hauck Coll.
- Chuquicamata Mine, Antofagasta Region, Chile
- Miniature, 4.4 x 4.0 x 2.5 cm
- Start Time: 01/25/2014 6:30:00 pm (CST)
- End Time: 01/30/2014 6:30:00 pm (CST)
- Auction Closed
Item Description
Natrochalcite is an ultra-rare hydrated, sodium, copper sulfate the and the famous Chuquicatmata Mine of Chile is the Type Locality. Gemmy and lustrous, emerald-green natrochalcite crystals to 5 mm richly and attractively cover the porphyry matrix. Probably old-time material, but no proof. An important and excellent rarity. Ex Dick Hauck Collection and valued at $300.