Variscite (rich color) on Chalcedony

Item Description

These rich green colored Variscite specimens were labeled as coming from Itumbiara in Goias for many years, but it's important to stress that they are actually from Ribeirao Cascalheira in the state of Mato Grosso. The key aspect of these Variscites is that they have some of the richest / strongest green color that you'll find for the species, and the fact that they're CRYSTALLIZED makes it all the more significant. Variscite is well known from Utah in massive uncrystallized examples (of a light green color - not nearly as dark as the Ribeirao Cascalheira specimens) which are highly valued in the collecting world, but I want to stress that the specimens from Brazil should be appreciated just as much for their quality. These are by no means common on the market, and they are truly superb for their quality and rich color. This piece features a lovely 5 mm crystallized radiating "sphere" of Variscite on grey Chalcedony matrix. Very attractive up close with sparkling luster. A fine example of this beloved phosphate from Brazil.