Lindgrenite xls (TOP!); Childs Aldwinkle Mine, AZ, USA; Scab; unique piece
Top Lindgrenite crystals from the Childs Aldwinkle Mine, AZ, USA – small cabinet specimen as unique piece
This attractive small cabinet specimen displays Lindgrenite in its typical occurrence on strongly weathered matrix. The intense green color of this rare copper molybdate mineral contrasts beautifully with the brown to rusty host rock, creating an appealing appearance. Lindgrenite crystals are clearly present and form fine crystalline to crystalline coatings and aggregates across the surface. The specimen originates from the well known Childs Aldwinkle Mine in Arizona, a classic locality for rare secondary copper minerals.
Geology & Origin
Lindgrenite is a rare hydrated copper molybdate with the formula Cu₃(MoO₄)₂(OH)₂. The mineral forms in the oxidation zones of copper and molybdenum bearing deposits and is considered a desirable rarity among specialized mineral collectors. The Childs Aldwinkle Mine in Arizona is internationally known for its diverse suite of secondary copper minerals. The vivid green Lindgrenite aggregates developed through the weathering of primary ore minerals under oxidizing conditions.
This table is for general information and orientation, although the sizes of the stones may vary. In addition, this specification is handled differently from region to region.
| Sizes | Description | approx. Sizes in mm/cm | approx. Sizes in INCH | |
| Capsule | Capsule | 0.1–0.5 mm in a transparent hard capsule (approx. 1 cm) | capsule contents 0.1–0.5 mm | capsule contents 0.004–0.02 in |
| TN/mm | Micromount (TN = Thumbnail) | everything fitting in a TN Perky box or a MM box of approx. 1 in | approx. 0.5–2.5 cm | max. 1 in |
| Min | Miniature specimen | will not fit a TN or MM box anymore | approx. 2.5–5 cm | approx. 0.2–1.0 in |
| Scab | small cabinet specimen | approx. one-third to half a hand size | approx. 5–9 cm | approx. 1.0–2.0 in |
| Cab | cabinet specimen | full hand size | approx. 9–15 cm | approx. 2.0–3.5 in |
| large Cab | large cabinet specimen | approx. two hand sizes | approx. 15–30 cm | approx. 3.5–6.0 in |
| very large Cab | very large cabinet specimen | everything larger, no upper limit |
Abbreviations commonly used in mineralogy.
| Abbreviation | Meaning |
| xl | single crystal, possible with matrix |
| xls | noticeable crystals |
| (xl) | embedded or damaged |
| (xls) | embedded or damaged |
| MASS | massive and/or amorphous pieces |
| TYP | type locality of the original description |
| SWUV | shortwave-UV-reaction |
| UV | ultraviolet reaction |
| SC | self-collected |
| U | unique (single unique piece) |
Usage Instructions
This product is ideal as a collector's item, decorative element, teaching material, or for scientific and exhibition purposes.
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Responsible Provider
Mikon Mineralienkontor GmbH
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D-37130 Gleichen OT Klein Lengden
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| shipment-weight, NOT netto weight (kg) | 0.100000 |
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