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Natural Libethenite Crystals on Dolomite Matrix Specimens x 6 From Shituru, Congo
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A tray of 6 natural rare Libethenite specimens, a secondary Copper Phosphate mineral, with dark green orthorhombic crystals on a Hematite and Dolomite matrix.
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 lustre. 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 = A Grade
Size = 68 - 100 mm