Chalcocite was first named in 1832 as Chalcosine, after the Greek 'chalkos' for Copper. It was renamed in 1868 to its present name of Chalcocite. A new find of Chalcocite with Chrysocolla and Feldspar has recently been discovered in Madagascar, with lovely green and orange colouring.
Alternative Names | N/A |
Colour | Black |
Hardness | 2.5 - 3 |
Crystal system | Monoclinic |
Streak | Blackish |
Lustre | Metallic |
Main Locations | Madagascar, USA |
Chakra | Heart, Root |
Zodiac | Taurus, Libra, Sagittarius |
Numerology | 1 |
Planetary | Venus |
Element | Water |
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