Chalcophyllite
available$ 2,000
- Locality
- El Teniente Mine, Rancagua, Cachapoal Province, O'Higgins, Chile
- Minerals
- Chalcophyllite
- Dimensions
- 6.0 x 6 x 3 cm
- Size class
- Small Cabinet
- SID
- R391
Seldom seen specimen of Chalcophyllite from an old Copper mine in Chile. Bright teal-green platy crystals occur on both wide exposed areas and in vugs along with Azurite, Malachite, and drusy Quartz crystals. The quality of the Chalcophyllite crystals is excellent, comparable to top worldwide specimens from other localities, and the color contrast with the blue Azurite makes it highly aesthetic. This mine started operation in the early 1800s and this specimen is likely over 100 years old. Comes with 3 old labels including Shortmann's Minerals and a Marion Godshaw collection label.