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Copper

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This large, remarkable, crystallized copper specimen is wonderfully patinated by malachite and cuprite. The largest crystal measures 3.5 cm across. This old time specimen comes with the label of acclaimed Colorado mineral dealer, Lazard Cahn (died 1940), as well as the label of premier Bisbee collector, Richard Graeme and most recently the Stoudt collection in Texas. It is extremely large for a Bisbee copper and is crystallized throughout, front and back. 24.5 x 13.1 x 4.1 cm

Product details

SpeciesCopper
SizeLarge Cabinet
Dimensions24.5 x 13.1 x 4.1 cm
Added on10/23/2024

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
08/2024Unknown OwnerNot disclosed
The ArkenstoneNot disclosed

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Copper
Mineral guide
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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
Copper from Cole Mine
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