MN682

Sample ID MN682 • Cabinet H

Chalcanthite

12.1cm W x 3.9cm H x 10.23cm D • 582g
Sample TypeMineralColorBlueLusterVitreous
StreakWhiteCleavage/FractureImperfect/ConchoidalSpecific Gravity2.38
Geographic Location/DateNevada Mohs Hardness 3

A fragile blue mineral within a grey matrix. The mineral forms in crystals, covering most of the rock and light blue dust. When touched, some of the crystals appear to be loose or falling out. This mineral has imperfect cleavage and conchoidal fracture.