Cuprite on Malachite
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This is one of the world's great localities for cuprite, sadly no longer producing. This specimen is covered on the left side by cuprite crystals to .7 cm, but on the right side there is one sharp octahedral crystal measuring over 1 cm. All the cuprite crystals exhibit some lustrous, etched faces. When backlit, they all have bright red highlights.
Product details
SizeMiniature
Dimensions4.6 x 4.2 x 3.0 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityDR Congo, Lualaba, Mashamba West Mine
Known provenance
| Date | Collector | Acquisition price |
|---|---|---|
| 08/2024 | Unknown Owner | Not disclosed |
| — | The Arkenstone | Not disclosed |
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Mineral guide
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