Mina Ojuela mix with Adamite crystals (UV-active) from Mexico – 1 unique flat
This collection includes various specimens with vividly contrasting Adamite from the famous Mina Ojuela at Mapimí in Mexico. Typical are greenish to yellow-green crystal coatings that show strong fluorescence under UV light, adding an extra aesthetic dimension. The Adamite crystals usually stand out against a reddish-brown to orange oxidized matrix, giving the pieces the characteristic charm of this locality.
Geology & Origin
Mina Ojuela is one of the world’s most renowned localities for secondary oxidation minerals. In the near-surface zones of the former silver-zinc-lead mine, supergene processes led to the formation of numerous rare species. Adamite, a zinc arsenate, is especially valued for its often intense fluorescence. This flat impressively documents the mineralogical diversity and the luminous character of this classic locality.