Varicose veins are very similar, but they are usually much greener in color and usually much harder than ChrysocollaThe most important mines of Chrysocolla are Israel, Congo (Zaire), Chile, United Kingdom, Cluj, Katanga (Shaba), Mexico,Peru, Russia and the United States (Arizona, Utah, Idaho, New Mexico, Michigan and Pennsylvania)
Chrysocolla can be difficult to detect by its Chemical composition because it does not have a definite and uniform chemical composition. Its chemical formula can vary depending on different impurities.
Basically, any silicate containing Copper in a spherical shape, blue to green, cannot be a Rock except chrysocolla. Chrysocolla can often be identified by its hardness, unique color, and interesting patterns.
However, depending on the exact composition, the hardness can also vary, but in most cases, Chrysocolla stones can be detected by scratch testing. Due to its visual similarities in color and luster, Chrysocolla is often confused with Turquoise and azurite.
Chrysocolla is slightly softer than turquoise. Smithsonian is similar in appearance, but its color is slightly lighter and harder. Varicose veins are very similar, but they are usually much greener in color and usually much harder than Chrysocolla
The most important mines of Chrysocolla are Israel, Congo (Zaire), Chile, United Kingdom, Cluj, Katanga (Shaba), Mexico,Peru, Russia and the United States (Arizona, Utah, Idaho, New Mexico, Michigan and Pennsylvania).
Arizona is now recognized as the best producer of Chrysocolla. The Timna copper mine was famous in ancient Israel for producing mixed Chrysocolla. Western Australia is also known for producing chrysocolla azurite quasi-minerals.
Other notable chrysocolla locations in the world include; Mexico, Peru, Chile, Democratic Republic of Congo (Zaire), Australia, Russia, Cornwall in England, France, and Israel..