Vivianite on Matrix
Tomokoni Mine, Canutillos Subdistrict, Machacamarca Mining District, Cornelio Saavedra Province, Potosí, Bolivia
6.0 cm x 5.5 cm x 5.2 cm
Here is a beautiful and very dramatic looking specimen of Vivianite from Bolivia.
The green with blue colored gemmy crystals appear to be bursting through their metamorphosed sandstone matrix.
The Main crystals are very sharp and well formed, with no tip damage.
The crystal look green in color and show more of the blue depending on the viewing angles.
The matrix is a bit soft and brittle, And the crystal are also very soft, so care should be used when handling.
The bottom is flat so it can stand perfectly on its own as seen.
A very dramatic display specimen.
