Cuprite (Var: Chalcotrichite), Copper
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A striking and showy specimen of blood-red, soft, hair-like, lustrous chalcotrichite needles richy covering both sides of crystallized copper from the famous Emke Mine at Onganja, Namibia. Chalcotrichite is an uncommon, fibrous variety of cuprite. These fine, old-time pieces probably came out in the 1960s or early 70s. 3.3 x 2.6 x 1.7 cm
Product details
SpeciesCopper, Cuprite, Chalcotrichite
SizeMiniature
Dimensions3.3 x 2.6 x 1.7 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalitySouth Africa, Seeis, Onganja Mine
Known provenance
| Date | Collector | Acquisition price |
|---|---|---|
| 08/2024 | Unknown Owner | Not disclosed |
| — | The Arkenstone | 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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