Cuprite, Copper
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Gemmy and lustrous, scintillating, blood-red cuprite crystals to 4 mm cover all sides of the copper matrix on this major copper ore specimen from the Tsumeb Mine. Cuprite and copper specimens of this richness are uncommon from this renowned locale. From Level 41. Ex. Rob Smith Collection.
Product details
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions8.9 x 5.8 x 4.5 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityNamibia, Oshikoto Region, Tsumeb
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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