The Crystal Cache

Chrysocolla Slab

Name: Chrysocolla Slab
Brand: The Crystal Cache
SKU: SL 2170
Price: 42.0 USD
Availability: InStock

$42.00 USD

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Material Chrysocolla

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This Chrysocolla Slab brings a wealth of beauty to any space. Showcasing a breathtaking polished front with a rough back, its natural blue-green shades and intricate markings will be sure to impress. Enjoy the calming effects of this striking piece of chrysocolla every day.

You will receive the item pictured. An acrylic stand is included with purchase.

Dimensions: 2.8"x2.5"x0.3"

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Chrysocolla

Chrysocolla is a secondary mineral found in oxidized zones of copper deposits. It is abundant in the southwestern United States as well as in numerous areas worldwide. It is sometimes confused with turquoise, but it is softer. It is cryptocrystalline and is typically found in masses or fracture fillings.

Chemistry: hydrous copper silicate ♦ Transparency: opaque ♦ Luster: vitreous to waxy ♦ Crystal system: orthorhombic ♦ Moh's hardness: 2-4 ♦ Color: green or blue ♦ Mineral associations: copper, malachite, azurite ♦ Localities: USA, Chile, England, France, Russia, Africa.