Variscite, green crystals on Quartz, Brazil
A nice thumbnail specimen of green Variscite on Quartz from Canarana, Mato Grosso, Central-West Region, Brazil.
Variscite is hydrated aluminum phosphate, with a formula of AlPO4•2(H2O). It is named after Variscia, the historical name of Vogtland, Germany.
Measures 1 x 3/4 x 3/4 inch.
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