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Cuprite with Copper

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A choice large lustrous sharp octahedral crystal of cuprite, on one side rich crystallized native copper is present. This is in excellent condition all around with no points of attachment.

Product details

SpeciesCopper, Cuprite
SizeMiniature
Dimensions4.0 x 4.0 x 3.0 cm
Added on11/28/2025
LocalityRussia, Altai Krai, Rubtsovsk Mine
Current owner
Unknown Owner
Acquired
Sep 2026
Price paid
$800.00
Previous owners
DateCollectorAcquisition price
—Weinrich MineralsNot disclosed

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Copper
Mineral guide
Learn about Copper
native copper with spinel-twinned crystals and arborescences; notable from Lake Superior, Itauz, Dongchuan, Corocoro, prized for color and localities.
Copper
Regional guide
Copper from Rubtsovsk Mine
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Locality guide
Rubtsovsk Mine
Rubtsovsk Mine, Russia — renowned locality for red cuprite octahedra on native copper with silver and iodides; modern classic for collectors of oxidized ores.