Cuprite, Malachite
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A pristine, sharp, GEM, octahedral cuprite crystal aesthetically covered by malachite. This is CLASSIC, highly desirable material from the famous Emke Mine at Onganja, Namibia. These came out in the early 1970s, with no more since. The UNRETOUCHED backlit photo highlights the gemminess and intense, blood-red color saturation. Ex. Smale Collection.
Product details
SizeMiniature
Dimensions2.6 x 2.2 x 2.2 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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Mineral guide
Learn about Malachite
vivid green banded crystals and botryoidal forms from copper deposits; color varieties, formation clues, and identification tips for collectors.Regional guide


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