Vivianite. Morococala Mine, Santa Fé Mining District. Dalence Province, Oruro Department. Bolivia. 2.22 x 1.82...

Description

Vivianite
Morococala Mine, Santa Fé Mining District
Dalence Province, Oruro Department
Bolivia
2.22 x 1.82 x 4.30 inches (5.65 x 4.62 x 10.93 cm)

Vivianite crystals yielding from Bolivia tend to have the best color, gemminess and luster. This prismatic example is no different. This large singular crystal measures an impressive 8.06 x 2.59 cm and is double-terminated. This specimen, perched on a brassy Pyrite matrix, lights up with an intense blue hue with a nice vivid green undertone. Collection "WLH0112" is adhered to bottom.

Provenance: Central Coast Collection

[Scale: 1 inch, with mark at 1 cm]

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