Cuprite (Var: Chalcotrichite), Calcite - Onganja Mine, South Africa
specimen
Cuprite (Var: Chalcotrichite), Calcite
Description
Brilliant fiery-orange calcites, made so by microscopic inclusions of the cuprite varietal chalcotrichite. Small piece, but a splashy one nonetheless, and a choice and unusual piece for any thumbnail collection. Ex. Charlie Key Collection.
Details
ColorsOrange
SizeThumbnail
Dimensions2.2 x 1.3 x 1.0 cm
Origin