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Aurichalcite with Woodruffite, Smithsonite & Hydrozincite - Willet Mine, British Columbia, Canada
Aurichalcite with Woodruffite, Smithsonite & Hydrozincite - Willet Mine, British Columbia, Canada
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An interesting multi-mineral specimen featuring aurichalcite, woodruffite, smithsonite and hydrozincite from the Willet Mine, Slocan, British Columbia, Canada. The specimen was collected by Canadian mineral specialist, Allan Ingelson.
This substantial specimen displays an irregular, richly textured surface with widespread pale turquoise-blue and greenish mineralization contrasting against rusty orange-brown, grey and cream-coloured areas. The mineral coatings extend across numerous cavities, ridges and fractured surfaces, creating an intricate pattern of colour and texture throughout the specimen.
The combination of four identified secondary minerals reflects the complex alteration processes associated with zinc-bearing mineral deposits. Its varied mineral association, contrasting natural colours and provenance from a historic British Columbia mining district make it an appealing specimen for collectors of Canadian minerals and secondary ore minerals.
Minerals: Aurichalcite, Woodruffite, Smithsonite, Hydrozincite
Locality: Willet Mine, Slocan, British Columbia, Canada
Crystal System: Aurichalcite – Monoclinic; Woodruffite – Hexagonal; Smithsonite – Trigonal; Hydrozincite – Monoclinic
Mineral Class: Carbonates, Oxides
Provenance: Ex Allan Ingelson Collection
Dimensions: 9 × 9 × 6 cm
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