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Crisocola

Crisocola is a mineral with formula (Cu,Al)₂H₂Si₂O₅(OH)₄·nH₂O, in the Silicatos (Filosilicatos) group. This specimen comes from Andújar, Jaén, España and joined the Terrium collection in 2024.

Crisocola from Andújar, Jaén, España — Terrium

Description

Small piece, a chrysocolla crack

History of this specimen

Good for a loupe.

Technical data

Catalogue No.
0592
Internal reference
X0290
Composition
(Cu,Al)₂H₂Si₂O₅(OH)₄·nH₂O
Name
Crisocola
Group
Silicatos (Filosilicatos)
District / Municipality
Andújar
Province
Jaén
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

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