Coquimbite from Italy is a striking sulfate mineral best known for its soft lavender to violet hues and glassy lustre. Italian specimens produce a mix of fine aggregates and well-formed crystals that highlight the mineral’s natural translucency. Their colour can appear almost ethereal, shifting gently depending on the light. Because coquimbite is sensitive to humidity and environmental changes, it is best kept away from conditions with significant fluctuations in temperature and humidity. Forming in very specific acidic, sulfate-rich environments, well-preserved Italian examples are relatively uncommon, making them a fascinating addition for collectors who appreciate fragile, ephemeral minerals.
Size: 3.8 x 2.8 x 2 Cm Weight: 18.5g ( Conversion: 1 inch = 2.5 Cm )
Location: Monte Arsiccio Mine, Sant'Anna di Stazzema, Stazzema, Lucca Province, Tuscany
Please note that this is a natural product, sometimes stones and crystals have small imperfections and blemishes.
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