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Calcite with Copper

Unknown Owner
Lustrous mostly transparent scalenohedral crystals of calcite, the showing some inclusions of native copper, coming off matrix. This is in good condition with very slight micro-cleaving present. Classic material for this old mining district.

Product details

Species
Copper, CalciteAbout Copper →
SizeMiniature
Dimensions4.0 x 2.5 x 2.0 cm
Added on10/29/2025
Locality
USA, Michigan, Seneca Mine

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
12/2025Unknown Owner$865.00
—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 Seneca Mine
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