Natural Libethenite Crystals On Dolomite Matrix Specimens x 2 From Shituru, Congo

A NOTE FROM NICK 
Pair of Rare Dark Green Natural Libethenite Specimens. Nice Drusy Orthorhombic Crystal Coating on Each Specimen.

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION 

Rare Mineral from the Congo - Libethenite

Libethenite from the Congo is a rare and Copper Phosphate mineral highly valued by collectors for its deep green to bluish-green color and crystal formations. Typically found in the oxidized zones of Copper deposits, Congo's Libethenite specimens are renowned for their sharp, well-formed prismatic to tabular crystals, often displaying a vitreous luster. These specimens may occur as isolated crystals or drusy clusters on a matrix.

PRODUCT MINERALS 
Copper Phosphate Hydroxide

PRODUCT FEATURES 
Orthorhombic, Crystalline

PRODUCT COLOUR 
Black, Copper, Green, Grey, Copper, Brown

MOHS HARDNESS SCALE
4.0

PRODUCT DATA
Locality = Shituru, Congo 
Grade = Very Good Grade
Size = 121 - 126 mm