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NATIVE Copper

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Mufulira mine in Copperbelt Province, Zambia is one of the all-time great copper mines - the details of which get taught to prospective mining geology students.This fabulous classic dendritic aggregate of Native Copper comes from David Hardman's comprehensive worldwide Native Copper collection and has great specific provenance to the 730 m Level. This really is a lovely example of classic dendritic form, but accentuated by the abundance of well-formed crystals that make up the individual branches.

Product details

SpeciesCopper
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions7.0 x 6.0 x 2.5 cm
Added on01/07/2026

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
07/2026Unknown Owner$250.00
Crystal ClassicsNot disclosed

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Copper
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native copper with spinel-twinned crystals and arborescences; notable from Lake Superior, Itauz, Dongchuan, Corocoro, prized for color and localities.
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Copper from Mufulira Mine
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    NATIVE Copper - Mufulira Mine, Copperbelt Province, Zambia