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Coquimbite from Mina Javier, Lucanas Province, Peru

 
Coquimbite from Mina Javier, Lucanas Province, Peru

Coquimbite from Mina Javier, Lucanas Province, Peru

Coquimbite from Mina Javier, Lucanas Province, Peru

Coquimbite from Mina Javier, Lucanas Province, Peru

Coquimbite from Mina Javier, Lucanas Province, Peru

Coquimbite from Mina Javier, Lucanas Province, Peru

DESCRIPTION:No. 80705
Mineral:Coquimbite
Locality:Mina Javier, Lucanas Province, Peru
Description:Translucent purple coquimbite crystals to 10 mm with alteration surfaces of pale-yellow alunogen and metavoltine. Scattered throughout are small crystals of several unidentified species, possibly chalcopyrite, copiapite, krausite, and römerite. Ex. Miller #M1735. Prevent exposure to moisture
Overall Size:6x3.5x3.5 cm
Crystals:micro to 10 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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