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Cuprite

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An incredible large sharply formed undamaged octahedral cuprite crystals with little attached matrix. This shows high translucency and beautiful deep red color when backlit as shown at the beginning of the video. Outstanding for the species.

Product details

SpeciesCuprite
SizeMiniature
Dimensions5.0 x 4.5 x 4.0 cm
Added on02/06/2025
LocalitySouth Africa, Seeis, Onganja Mine
Current owner
Unknown Owner
Acquired
Sep 2026
Price paid
$7,500.00
Previous owners
DateCollectorAcquisition price
—Weinrich MineralsNot disclosed

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Cuprite
Mineral guide
Learn about Cuprite
ruby-red copper oxide crystals with brilliant luster, from cubes to octahedra, prized for color, rarity, and historic collecting appeal.
Cuprite
Regional guide
Cuprite from Onganja Mine, Namibia
from Onganja Mine, Namibia — large, sharp crystals with malachite skins and deep red interiors; a historic locality prized by collectors.
Locality guide
Onganja Mine
Onganja Mine, Namibia — a copper locality famed for cuprite crystals, often with malachite; yields gem-quality cuprite prized by collectors.