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Chrysocolla

Name: Chrysocolla
SKU: 33579-PT
Availability: OutOfStock

33579-PT Category: _Archives –specimens pending sale or deletion

Likasi Mine, Likasi, Kambove Terr., Haut-Katanga

Democratic Republic of Congo

Dimensions: 6.1x6.8x2.3 cm

Price: CA

This specimen comes from an abandoned copper mine in Katanga, originally opened in 1915. Unlike other well-known localities in the region, mineral specimens from this mine are exceptionally rare, with chrysocolla being particularly scarce. This sculptural and vibrantly banded specimen displays striking layers of turquoise-blue, powder-blue, and green, artistically arranged across all sides of the underlying matrix. A particularly intriguing feature is the power blue layer, which may contain rare copper minerals known to the area such as likasite or buttgenbachite, though further analysis is needed. Adding to its appeal, a banded layer of bright emerald-green primary malachite runs through the piece.

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This specimen comes from the collection of Dr. Peter Tarassoff, a prominent figure in mineralogy, particularly known for his work at Mont Saint-Hilaire (MSH). His diligent collecting and examination efforts have led him to be the first to identify at least 35 species and discover 12 new species, not only at MSH but also at other alkaline localities. Dubbed the "Dean" of Mont Saint-Hilaire collectors, Peter was honoured with the naming of the new species petarasite in 1980. He has authored or co-authored numerous mineralogical articles and has been a member of the Mineralogical Association of Canada since 1964. Additionally, Peter has volunteered at the Redpath Museum for the past 21 years, where he was formally appointed the Honorary Curator of Mineralogy. In recognition of his significant contributions to mineralogy, Peter was awarded the 2017 Pinch Medal

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