Crisocola
Crisocola is a mineral with formula (Cu,Al)₂H₂Si₂O₅(OH)₄·nH₂O, in the Silicatos (Filosilicatos) group. This specimen comes from Mazarrón, Murcia, España and joined the Terrium collection in 2024.
Description
Piece of chrysocolla with clearly visible azurite zones, on a rocky matrix. The chrysocolla dominates in blue-green color, accompanied by areas with spots and veins of intense blue azurite. It shows rough textures.
History of this specimen
This specimen stands out for the abundance of chrysocolla and the color contrast with the azurite. Very good for a loupe.
Technical data
- Catalogue No.
- 0519
- Internal reference
- X0058
- Composition
- (Cu,Al)₂H₂Si₂O₅(OH)₄·nH₂O
- Name
- Crisocola
- Group
- Silicatos (Filosilicatos)
- Associations
- Azurita
- District / Municipality
- Mazarrón
- Province
- Murcia
- Country
- España
- Size (cm)
- 11 x 8.5 x 5
- Weight
- 349 g
- Acquired
- 2024
- Ex-collection
- Sin especificar
- Etymology
- From the Greek 'chrysos' (gold) and 'kolla' (glue).
- Quality
- Buena
- Value trend
- Estable
Related specimens
- Abellaíta — España
- Abernathyita — España
- Abernathyita — España
- Abernathyita — España
- Aerenita — España
- Aerinita (fibrosa) — España
- Analcima — España
- Analcima — España