Polished chrysocolla from the Congo collection
Weight 240 gr
Ideal for any mineral enthusiast, this polished Congolese chrysocolla for collection is an exceptional specimen. Its size, shape, and rich colors make it a prime piece to enrich any collection.
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| Weight | 240 gr |
| Size | 70x60x40 mm |
| Reference | 250816385 |
| Mineral | mineral Chrysocolla |
| Category | Decoration stones |
| Group | Free forms |
| Country |
 Congo - kinshasa
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| Formula (Cu2-xAlx)H2-xSi2O5(OH)4·nH2O] CHRYSOCOLLA | |||
| O | Oxygen | Other no metal | 45.06% |
| Cu | Copper | Transition metal | 33.86% |
| Si | Silicon | Metalloids | 17.1% |
| Al | Aluminum | Poor metal | 2.04% |
| H | Hydrogen | Other no metal | 1.92% |
| 99.99% | |||
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Chrysocolla is a secondary copper mineral, often valued for its intense blue-green color, which forms in the oxidized zones of copper deposits. Its chemical composition consists primarily of hydrated copper silicate. Due to its amorphous structure, chrysocolla is distinguished by its often botryoidal or massive texture, and it can occur in association with other minerals such as malachite, azurite, and quartz.
Chrysocolla is often confused with turquoise due to its similar color, although its hardness is generally lower, ranging between 2 and 4 on the Mohs scale. This mineral is mainly found in copper-rich regions such as Chile, Peru, the Democratic Republic of Congo, and the United States, particularly in Arizona and New Mexico.
In addition to its scientific value, chrysocolla is prized in jewelry and lapidary art for its captivating shades and natural beauty. However, due to its relative fragility, it is often stabilized or used in combination with other materials to improve its durability.
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