{"product_id":"46g-atacamite-specimen-1b-from-mt-gunson","title":"46g Atacamite Specimen 1B from Mt Gunson","description":"\u003cp\u003e*** All information about the metaphysical properties of the listings on this site is for reference only and is to be understood in this context. It is based on research of opinions and beliefs from different cultures today and throughout history and my own personal beliefs.The information is not to be taken as a replacement for a medical examination, diagnosis, or treatment. For medical advice, please consult a healthcare professional. ***\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSave on shipping by purchasing multiple items from my store.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis piece weighs 46g and measures 4cm x 3.5cm x 1.5cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese Atacamite specimens are from the Mount Gunson District, Pernatty Lagoon, Stuart Shelf,  South Australia, Australia. This area encompasses a large area that contains several deposits and ore bodies. Minerals include Chalcoite, Bornite, Chalcopyrite, Covellite, and Carrolite. More regionally, Atacamite has been noted at the surface and has been ascribed to the salinated surface environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMultiple mining operations have been established in many of the deposits since as early as the 1875, starting with the Main Open Cut and West Lagoon, but with the Cattlegrid deposit, found in 1971, being the largest. Some deposits have been sporadically re-mined based on bulk mining from open cuts with lower ore grades, with additional ore discoveries being found by continued drilling in the area up till the present day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAtacamite is a Copper Halide mineral first described for deposits in the Atacama Desert of Chile in 1802 by Dmitri de Gallitzin. The Atacama Desert is also the namesake of the mineral.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAtacamite is a secondary copper mineral formed through the oxidation of other copper minerals, especially in arid, saline conditions. It has also been reported as a volcanic sublimate from fumarole deposits, as sulphide alteration products in “black smokers”. It is rare in the form of specimens on a worldwide basis, with the best having historically come out of Australia - over 100 years ago in the late 1800's.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOften confused with Brochantite, Gillardite or Malachite, in fact Atacamite may alter to Malachite and Chrysocolla creating pseudomorphs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a stone of deep inner healing \u0026amp; a perfect meditation companion. Strongly associated with the Third Eye Chakra, Atacamite may bring powerful visions \u0026amp; images. It is a stone of spiritual connection \u0026amp; awareness, bringing faith \u0026amp; trust in the power of the Universe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAtacamite is a beautiful stone that promotes confidence and self motivation from a heart based perspective. It also brings an increase in feelings of enthusiasm and independence.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"NaturesgiftsByChris","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49616715415829,"sku":null,"price":24.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0870\/2453\/3781\/files\/5ba7e9ed-il_fullxfull.7211821186_fnzh.jpg?v=1765592603","url":"https:\/\/naturesgiftsbychris.com\/products\/46g-atacamite-specimen-1b-from-mt-gunson","provider":"NaturesgiftsByChris","version":"1.0","type":"link"}