Mineral Name Conichalcite
First Discovered 1849
Nickel-Strunz Classification 08.BH.35
Dana Classification 41.05.01.02
ICSD 64694
Mineral Group Phosphates - Phosphates with Additional Anions, without H2O
Collection Number C-8B-2011-0005
Discovery Location Lupita Mine, Sierra Descubridora, Mun. de Mapimí, Durango, Mexico
Image Description A sample of conichalcite. Crystal sample dimensions approximately 20mm x 15mm x 15mm. Images of the sample shows the vibrant emerald green colour and reniform habit of the mineral.
Author CherryAnn Villa




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