💎 Chrysocolla in Quartz & Malachite – Copper Mineral Specimen | Arizona

This beautiful specimen features vivid teal-blue chrysocolla intergrown with white quartz and patches of dark green malachite. The contrasting colors reveal its copper-rich origins, where secondary oxidation of copper deposits created these vibrant minerals over time. The piece shows a mix of smooth chrysocolla surfaces and crystalline quartz pockets, giving it both luster and earthy texture — an eye-catching addition for collectors or décor. ⸻ 🔬 Scientific Information • Primary minerals: Chrysocolla (hydrated copper silicate) and Quartz (SiO₂) • Associated minerals: Malachite (Cu₂CO₃(OH)₂), possible minor Azurite • Color: Turquoise blue to deep green with white quartz matrix • Formation: Secondary copper mineral formed by weathering of copper sulfides • Hardness: 2.5–7 (varies depending on quartz content) • Luster: Waxy to vitreous • Origin: Arizona, USA 190 grams