Kolwezite after Cuprite with Calcite - image 1
Kolwezite after Cuprite with Calcite - image 2
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Kolwezite after Cuprite with Calcite

Unknown Owner
A colorful and interesting specimen showing crystals of what were once cuprite measuring to 1.0 cm in size scattered across the front of a matrix covered by botryoidal brilliant pink crystallized calcite. The cuprite crystals have been replaced by olive green kolwezite. This is in really good condition.

Product details

Species
Calcite, Cuprite, KolweziteAbout Calcite →
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions8.5 x 6.0 x 3.0 cm
Added on10/25/2024
Locality
DR Congo, Lubudi, Kakanda deposit

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
05/2026Unknown Owner$3,500.00
—Weinrich MineralsNot disclosed

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Calcite
Mineral guide
Learn about Calcite
diverse shapes, colors, and optical quirks; widely available yet scarce elite pieces from Elmwood and Charcas drive collecting value and display.
Regional guide
Calcite from Kakanda deposit
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