{"product_id":"cerussite-crystal-specimen-flux-mine-harshaw-mining-district-santa-cruz-county-arizona","title":"Cerussite Crystal Specimen – Flux Mine, Harshaw Mining District, Santa Cruz County, Arizona","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn exceptional Cerussite specimen from the historic Flux Mine in Arizona's famous Harshaw Mining District. The Flux Mine is one of the most celebrated cerussite localities in the American Southwest and is renowned for producing spectacular needle-like crystal formations that have become highly sought after by collectors worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis specimen originates from a mining district with a rich history of lead, silver, copper, and precious metal production dating back to the 19th century. The Flux Mine became especially famous for its remarkable cerussite occurring within the oxidized portions of the deposit, where some of the finest Arizona examples were recovered.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecimen Highlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural Cerussite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlux Mine locality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarshaw Mining District\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePatagonia Mountains\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSanta Cruz County, Arizona, USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHistoric Arizona mining locality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollector-quality specimen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eMineral Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMineral:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cerussite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormula:\u003c\/strong\u003e PbCO₃\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMineral Class:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carbonates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal System:\u003c\/strong\u003e Orthorhombic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLuster:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adamantine to vitreous\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTransparency:\u003c\/strong\u003e Transparent to translucent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eCerussite is one of the most prized secondary lead minerals and is known for producing intricate crystal habits ranging from reticulated growths to delicate needle-like crystal clusters.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCollectors Value Flux Mine Cerussite For\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHistoric Arizona provenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorld-famous cerussite locality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExceptional crystal habits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrong collector demand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClassic American mineral heritage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMuseum-quality potential\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eNatural Features May Include\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeedle-like crystal sprays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJackstraw crystal formations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDelicate crystal clusters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrilliant luster\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhite to colorless crystals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOxidation-zone mineral associations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProvenance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFlux Mine, Harshaw Mining District, Patagonia Mountains, Santa Cruz County, Arizona, USA\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eMeasurements\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 33 x 30 x 22 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCollector Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Flux Mine is particularly famous for producing spectacular “jackstraw” cerussite formations composed of densely packed acicular and pencil-like crystals. Historic reports describe large masses of silky white cerussite hanging from mine workings, a feature for which the mine became internationally known among mineral collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eToday, Flux Mine cerussite remains highly desirable among collectors specializing in Arizona minerals, historic American mining localities, carbonate minerals, oxidation-zone minerals, and museum-quality crystal specimens.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlease review all photographs carefully for crystal quality, matrix, contact points, and overall condition, as they are considered part of the description. Cerussite is naturally fragile and delicate crystal formations may exhibit minor contact marks resulting from natural formation and recovery.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Prospector's Vault","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42430053384274,"sku":null,"price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0575\/8805\/6146\/files\/Cerrusite_FluxMine.png?v=1780192190","url":"https:\/\/prospectorsvault.com\/products\/cerussite-crystal-specimen-flux-mine-harshaw-mining-district-santa-cruz-county-arizona","provider":"Prospector's Vault","version":"1.0","type":"link"}