CHRYSOCOLLA

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Chrysocolla from the Morenci Pit Mine, Morenci, Arizona
(although still a beautiful blue, crysocolla is actually several shades lighter than this - turquoise.)

Named from the Greek chrysos - "gold" and kolla - "glue" in allusion to the name of the material used to solder gold.

It forms in the altered parts of copper deposits and occurs with azurite, malachite and cuprite. It is also an important mineral for ore prospectors, as its presence may suggest that copper deposits are nearby. It (obviously) occurs in copper-mining areas, particularly Chile, the former USSR, and Zaire. "Eilat Stone" (intergrown with malachite and turquoise) reputedly came from King Solomon's mines.

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Another piece from the same Morenci mine, Arizona (Morenci: Safest Open Pit Mine In The Nation)

Hardness: 2 - 4 Other characteristics. (with pronounciation guide!!!)

"Mother Earth's healing stone."

Stimulates the mind while calming the emotions. Provides great inner peace and strength. Attracts prosperity and good luck. Dispels negativity and keeps the mind clear and open.