NATIVE Copper
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The copper mine at Bou Nahas in Oumjrane mining area, Drâa-Tafilalet Region, Morocco opened in around 2014 and in the first few years excellent examples of crystallized Native Copper specimens reached the mineral market. This unusually shaped specimen - like a necklace or ancient torc - dates to 2015. Predominantly crystallized Native Copper, but with white inclusions of Quartz, the Native Copper crystals are extremely sharp elongated octahedra and reach 5 mm in length. These crystals are developed in dendritic and fan-like patterns but despite showing the classic metallic copper-orange colour are a little dull in their lustre. Nevertheless, this is a very fine example from this limited find and stands well in size (small cabinet) compared with most specimens that came out. Ex Nick Hawes collection.
Product details
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions8.8 x 8.8 x 3.5 cm
Added on05/20/2026
LocalityMorocco, Drâa-Tafilalet Region, Bou Nahas mine
Known provenance
| Date | Collector | Acquisition price |
|---|---|---|
| 05/2026 | Unknown Owner | $500.00 |
| — | Crystal Classics | Not disclosed |
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native copper with spinel-twinned crystals and arborescences; notable from Lake Superior, Itauz, Dongchuan, Corocoro, prized for color and localities.Regional guide
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