Type
Mineral
Mineral Classification
Carbonate
Chemical Formula
4[(Zn,Cu)5(CO3)2(OH)6]
Streak
very light blue-green
Mohs Hardness
2-2.5
Type
Mineral
Mineral Classification
Carbonate
Chemical Formula
4[(Zn,Cu)5(CO3)2(OH)6]
Streak
very light blue-green
Mohs Hardness
2-2.5
Crystal System
Monoclinic
Color
blue-green and light-blue
Luster
Pearly, silky
Fracture
Uneven
Aurichalcite is soft, monoclinic, copper and zinc bearing mineral. It forms a soft, scaly, greenish-blue crust in oxidized zones of copper-zinc ore deposits. It is considered to be a guide or indicator of zinc ore.
Of value to scientists and collectors.
If you have some questions about our products, please feel free to fill out the form below, and we will contact you within 24 hours. Rest assured that we won’t reveal your information to anyone.