Salesite (rare copper iodate - Type Locality)

Chuquicamata Mine, Antofagasta Region, Chile
Cabinet, 10.4 x 8.9 x 3.8 cm
Start Time: 04/13/2013 6:30:00 pm (CDT)
End Time: 04/18/2013 6:30:00 pm (CDT)
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Item Description

Salesite is an ultra rare copper iodate found worldwide at only two mines in Chile. This large specimen, from the famous Co-Type Locality, has scattered clusters of lustrous, prismatic crystals to 4 mm. The striking bluish-green color is impressive against the porphry matrix. Seldom available. Valued at $500.

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