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Cuprite on Copper

Unknown Owner
Arborescent twinned crystals of native copper coming off matrix and coated with crystallized deep red cuprite. In good condition.

Product details

Species
Copper, CupriteAbout Copper →
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions6.5 x 6.0 x 4.0 cm
Added on06/27/2025
Locality
Morocco, Drâa-Tafilalet Region, Bou Nahas mine

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
—Unknown Owner$175.00
—Weinrich MineralsNot disclosed

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Copper
Mineral guide
Learn about Copper
native copper with spinel-twinned crystals and arborescences; notable from Lake Superior, Itauz, Dongchuan, Corocoro, prized for color and localities.
Regional guide
Copper from Bou Nahas mine
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