Pyromorphite - Ojuela Mine, Mexico

Size: 2 x 2 x 1,5 cm 

Location: Ojuela Mine - Mapimi - Durango - Mexico

Pyromorphite – Ojuela Mine, Mapimí, Durango, Mexico

This pyromorphite comes from the Ojuela Mine near Mapimí in the Mexican state of Durango – one of the country's best-known mineral deposits, famous for generations for its abundance of attractive secondary minerals. Compact specimens with dense crystal coverage are particularly prized, as this specimen strikingly demonstrates.

Crystal formation – Dense aggregate of prismatic crystals

The specimen presents itself as a closed crystal surface of prismatic pyromorphite crystals. Their uniform formation creates a compact, relief-like texture. The crystals have well-defined edges and subtly reflect the light when illuminated at the right angle.

Color effect – Earthy nuances with a natural sheen

This specimen displays a palette of warm brown tones ranging from honey to olive brown. Different nuances emerge depending on the viewing angle. This gives the piece an unobtrusive but very distinctive character.

A piece of Mexican mineral history

The Ojuela Mine is one of Mexico's most important mineral deposits and is known worldwide for its diversity and quality. Pyromorphite specimens like these are not only interesting from a mineralogical point of view, but also aesthetically appealing – a classic example of Mexican mineralogy for any collection.

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