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Variscite
DescriptionA hydrated aluminium phosphate, it is a relatively rare phosphate mineral. It is sometimes confused with Turquoise, however, Variscite is usually greener in color.
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Etymology
German Variscit, from Medieval Latin Variscia, ancient name for Vogtland, region of Germany where the mineral was discovered.
Origin of the word Variscite at Etymonline.com (currently empty)
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Variscite at Wikipedia
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