Atacamite Cab • AA • Oval • 40 mm

An exquisite masterpiece that transcends visual expectations made with Atacamite. This top-quality cabochon meets the highest expectations of jewelers. The top-quality material was hand-selected. The impeccable cutting quality represents the superior craftsmanship of our experienced in-house master gem cutters. Ethical sourcing and production. Environmentally friendly and carbon neutral.

Description: The blue-green Atacamite spots are accompanied by a mix of Malachite and Quartz. Atacamite is a rare secondary copper mineral formed through the oxidation of other copper minerals, especially in arid, saline conditions. It was first described for deposits in the Atacama Desert of Chile in 1802. 

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• Color: Multicolored: blue/green (Atacamite), green (Malachite), and white or translucent white (Quartz)

• Origin: Department of Ica, Peru

• Chakra: Atacamite can open the third eye chakra and allow you to experience powerful psychic visions.

• Astrological Sign: Atacamite is associated with the zodiac signs of Aries, Gemini, Leo, and Libra.

• Ethically mined and produced: Gemrock only buys from legal providers (paper trail). Our Cabochons are exclusively produced by our in-house gemcutters. Our staff works under legal labor contracts, at higher than average salaries, and receives all labor benefits as well as excellence bonuses and a share in the companies’ profits.

• Environmentally friendly and carbon-neutral: Gemrock continuously works towards saving water and energy, and reducing waste along its entire production chain. The remaining impact is measured via carbon footprint evaluation and is neutralized by a reforestation project financed by a small percentage of our profits from each cabochon.

• Care Instructions: Clean your Atacamite by wiping it with a dry cloth.