This exquisite Chalcanthite specimen from Arizona embodies the rare and transient beauty that few minerals can rival. Its crystalline architecture gleams with an electric blue so vivid it seems illuminated from within—an optical illusion born of pure copper sulfate.
Formed deep within arid copper deposits, each sharply defined crystal tells a story of mineral-laden waters and the fragile chemistry that nature performs only under the most delicate balance of conditions.
Unlike synthetic examples often seen on the market, this specimen is entirely natural—a rarity given Chalcanthite’s sensitivity to moisture and its tendency to alter or dissolve over time. The piece stands as both a geological miracle and artistic statement: geometry, color, and impermanence captured in perfect harmony.
Origin: Planet Mine, Arizona
Dimensions: 2.5”x 1.75”x 1.5”
Weight: 56g
Collector’s Notes:
Best exhibited in a humidity-controlled environment or under glass to ensure longevity of form and brilliance.
Exceptional. Natural Chalcanthite specimens of museum-grade quality are increasingly sought after by elite collectors due to their ephemeral nature and scarcity.
Highlights:
Intensely saturated, electric blue hue—among the most vibrant in the mineral kingdom.
Sharp, lustrous crystals forming an elegant sculptural composition.
Naturally formed, not laboratory-grown—an extraordinary geological rarity.
Superb preservation of crystal edges and luster; carefully stored and stabilized to maintain its structural integrity.
A specimen such as this transcends the boundary between science and art—a fleeting masterpiece of the Earth, worthy of the world’s most discerning private collection.
This exquisite Chalcanthite specimen from Arizona embodies the rare and transient beauty that few minerals can rival. Its crystalline architecture gleams with an electric blue so vivid it seems illuminated from within—an optical illusion born of pure copper sulfate.
Formed deep within arid copper deposits, each sharply defined crystal tells a story of mineral-laden waters and the fragile chemistry that nature performs only under the most delicate balance of conditions.
Unlike synthetic examples often seen on the market, this specimen is entirely natural—a rarity given Chalcanthite’s sensitivity to moisture and its tendency to alter or dissolve over time. The piece stands as both a geological miracle and artistic statement: geometry, color, and impermanence captured in perfect harmony.
Origin: Planet Mine, Arizona
Dimensions: 2.5”x 1.75”x 1.5”
Weight: 56g
Collector’s Notes:
Best exhibited in a humidity-controlled environment or under glass to ensure longevity of form and brilliance.
Exceptional. Natural Chalcanthite specimens of museum-grade quality are increasingly sought after by elite collectors due to their ephemeral nature and scarcity.
Highlights:
Intensely saturated, electric blue hue—among the most vibrant in the mineral kingdom.
Sharp, lustrous crystals forming an elegant sculptural composition.
Naturally formed, not laboratory-grown—an extraordinary geological rarity.
Superb preservation of crystal edges and luster; carefully stored and stabilized to maintain its structural integrity.
A specimen such as this transcends the boundary between science and art—a fleeting masterpiece of the Earth, worthy of the world’s most discerning private collection.
