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Calcite, Copper

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Michigan Copper Country copper in calcite specimens are amongst the most desirable minerals species, along with superbly crystallized copper specimens, from this district. Here we have a large, very glassy, transparent to translucent, complete-all-around, double terminated calcite crystal heavily infused with native copper with a nice patina. This historic classic, probably dating prior to World War I, is in outstanding condition, with only very minor edge-wear. Specimens of this size and quality are only available from recycled collections. Ex. Mullane Collection accompanied by an old Burminco label with a May, 1952 date.

Product details

SpeciesCopper, Calcite
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions7.4 x 5.4 x 4.6 cm
Added on10/23/2024

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
08/2024Unknown OwnerNot disclosed
The ArkenstoneNot 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.
Regional guide
Copper from Ontonagon County
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