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Specimen # AMAZWH111908
From the collection of Willard W
The species was named after Basilius Valentinus
Subscribers to the Mineralogical Record know that an entire issue was dedicated to this unique and historic locality
Hopeite (!!) with Phosphophyllite (first known specimens from South America!) fluorescent Specimen # AMAZWH111908One of the most exciting and yet incredibly limited discoveries for Bolivian minerals. Bolivia is well known for its phosphate minerals, but Hopeite (despite its fairly simple chemistry) has never been reported. This is not only a first time find for Hopeite from Bolivia, but to the best of my knowledge, these specimens are the first ever Hopeites from South America! I acquired just a few of these specimens in 2011 and I honestly thought them to be a
