Chalcopyrite Var. Blister Copper
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These classic pieces of rounded, botryoidal growth chalcopyrite were once known as "blister copper" by the local miners, and actually valued far higher than crystallized chalcopyrite for their unusual form and beauty. They would primarily date to the early through mid-1800s, and only come in this habit from Cornwall. I was very, very pleased to be able to buy an old collection recently which had this specimen and a few others among its top pieces. One seldom sees examples of this size and quality! IT IS SURELY ONE OF THE BEST In SIZE CLASS. Joe Budd Photos.
Product details
SpeciesCopper, Chalcopyrite
SizeCabinet
Dimensions10.5 x 9.5 x 5.5 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityUK, England, Carn Brea 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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