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Cuprite with Copper

Unknown Owner
Bright lustrous sharp octahedral crystals of deep red cuprite in a cluster without matrix. In great condition. Minor native copper is present on the backside. The

Product details

Species
Copper, CupriteAbout Copper →
SizeThumbnail
Dimensions2.5 x 2.5 x 1.5 cm
Added on10/29/2025
Locality
Russia, Altai Krai, Rubtsovsk Mine

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
11/2025Unknown Owner$150.00
—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 Rubtsovsk Mine
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