Brucite on Matrix with Chrysocolla | Botryoidal Mineral Specimen | Pakistan
$450.00 USD
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Gemstone Specification
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
Stone Name | Brucite and Chrysocolla |
Gems Type | Natural Gemstones, Rare Gems Minerals Crystals, and Semi-Precious Gemstones |
Total Weight | 102 Grams |
Dimension (w × h × t) | 80 x 65 x 25 mm |
Shapes / Cut | Trigonal |
Color of Gems | Orangish Yellow, Yellow, Green, and Indicolite |
Origin | Pakistan |
Treatments | 100% Natural - Earthly Mined and No |
Birthstones | November |
Category Types | Fine Mineral Specimens |
Authenticity | Genuine |
Condition | Good (G) |
Crystal system | Trigonal |
Mineral class | Phyllosilicates |
Rarity | Rare |
Rock formation | Metamorphic |
Deal Type | Single |
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
Stone Name | Brucite and Chrysocolla |
Gems Type | Natural Gemstones, Rare Gems Minerals Crystals, and Semi-Precious Gemstones |
Total Weight | 102 Grams |
Dimension (w × h × t) | 80 x 65 x 25 mm |
Shapes / Cut | Trigonal |
Color of Gems | Orangish Yellow, Yellow, Green, and Indicolite |
Origin | Pakistan |
Treatments | 100% Natural - Earthly Mined and No |
Birthstones | November |
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
Category Types | Fine Mineral Specimens |
Authenticity | Genuine |
Condition | Good (G) |
Crystal system | Trigonal |
Mineral class | Phyllosilicates |
Rarity | Rare |
Rock formation | Metamorphic |
Deal Type | Single |
Product Description
This is a single, naturally formed brucite specimen collected from Pakistan, presented on its original host matrix. The brucite occurs in characteristic botryoidal habit — rounded, globe-like masses with a waxy to resinous surface lustre. Colouration ranges from lemon-yellow to orangish-yellow across the nodules, with patches of blue-green chrysocolla visible at the contact zones between brucite and matrix.
About This Specimen
Weighing 102 grams and measuring 80 × 65 × 25 mm, this piece sits on its natural grey schist and phyllite host rock with earthy iron-oxide staining. Colouration spans lemon-yellow to orangish-yellow brucite globes against contrasting blue-green chrysocolla patches — a defining feature of Pakistani brucite-chrysocolla associations. The specimen is Rare, in Good (G) condition, sold as a single piece, and is 100% natural, untreated, and Genuine — classified as a Fine Mineral Specimen, Natural Gemstone, and Semi-Precious Rare Mineral.
About Brucite
Brucite is magnesium hydroxide [Mg(OH)₂], a secondary mineral that forms in metamorphic and hydrothermal environments. It crystallises in the trigonal system and is known for its soft, waxy lustre and pale to vivid yellow colouration when iron substitution is present within the crystal structure. Pakistan — particularly the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan regions — is one of the few localities worldwide producing display-quality botryoidal brucite on matrix, making Pakistani material actively sought by systematic collectors.
About the Chrysocolla Association
Chrysocolla is a hydrated copper phyllosilicate that forms in oxidised copper deposits. On this specimen, it appears as blue-green staining and patches at the matrix contact zones, indicating a copper-bearing host environment. The colour contrast between the yellow brucite and the blue-green chrysocolla is a key aesthetic and mineralogical feature of this piece.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is brucite safe to handle and display at home?
Yes. Brucite is non-toxic and safe for open display. It has a Mohs hardness of 2.5, so avoid abrasive contact and keep it away from prolonged moisture to preserve the surface lustre.
Q: What causes the yellow colour in brucite specimens?
The yellow colouration results from partial substitution of magnesium by iron (Fe²⁺) within the crystal structure. Higher iron content typically produces deeper yellow to orange tones, as seen in Pakistani material.
Q: Can brucite specimens be used in crystal healing or metaphysical practice?
Brucite is used in some metaphysical traditions for clarity and emotional balance. This specimen is sold as a natural mineral collectible; any metaphysical use is entirely at the buyer's discretion.