Cuprite, Quartz
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Lustrous, blood-red cuprite octahedrons to 1.5 cm richly and beautifully cover the milky quartz matrix on this fine, old-time specimen from the less well-known Marke Valley Mine of Linkinhorne, Cornwall. Classic, very rich material from historic Cornwall.
Product details
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions8.5 x 6.5 x 5.0 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityUK, England, Marke Valley Mine
Known provenance
| Date | Collector | Acquisition price |
|---|---|---|
| 08/2024 | Unknown Owner | Not disclosed |
| — | The Arkenstone | Not disclosed |
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a versatile mineral with clear, milky, and colored varieties; crystal forms, formation clues, and tips for identifying amethyst and citrine.Regional guide
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