Hedyphane with Cuprite, Copper, Calcite - image 1

Hedyphane with Cuprite, Copper, Calcite

Unknown Owner
Pale yellow crystals of hedyphane rich through this calcite matrix with brilliant red crystals of cuprite averaging 0.4 cm in size. Minor native copper present. This is really quite good for the species from this locality. The specimen is in very good condition.

Product details

Species
Copper, Cuprite, Calcite, HedyphaneAbout Copper →
SizeMiniature
Dimensions5.0 x 4.0 x 1.5 cm
Added on10/25/2024
Locality
Namibia, Oshikoto Region, Tsumeb

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
12/2024Unknown Owner$850.00
—Weinrich MineralsNot disclosed

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Copper
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native copper with spinel-twinned crystals and arborescences; notable from Lake Superior, Itauz, Dongchuan, Corocoro, prized for color and localities.
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Copper from Tsumeb
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