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Chemical formula
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AlPO4 · 2H2O |
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Crystalline system
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orthorhombic |
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Class
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phosphates |
| Origin | Arizona, USA |
| Size | 2.0-3.0cm |
Massive Variscite on matrix.
Variscite is a mineral generally used as a green gem. It is a hydrated aluminum phosphate containing variable amounts of trivalent iron and a small percentage substitution of aluminum for chromium, causing its color to vary from pale green to bluish green.
The mineral includes a label with the name and origin and is attached to a cardboard box. 4 cm square.
*The price is per unit (a single cardboard box of the four shown in the photo)
Since the minerals are natural, you will receive a piece similar to the one in the photograph. The minerals come in cardboard boxes and are glued to a porex base with hot silicone; these can be removed using ethyl alcohol without damaging the mineral. The size is approximate.