Caledonite

/ˌkæləˈdoʊnaɪt/ noun

Definition

A rare blue-green mineral consisting of lead copper sulfate carbonate, found in oxidized zones of certain ore deposits.

Etymology

Named after Caledonia (Scotland) with the mineralogical suffix -ite. The mineral was likely first discovered or significantly studied in Scotland, following the convention of naming minerals after their places of origin.

Kelly Says

Caledonite is so rare and striking in color that collectors treasure it, and it typically only forms in very specific chemical conditions in ancient mine oxidation zones—making each specimen a record of geological chemistry frozen in stone!

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