Copper with Cuprite, Malachite
specimen number:
1502793
location:
Tsumeb Mine, Otjikoto Region, Namibia
description:
Nice combination example for this famous locality consisting of a 9.5 x 5.0 x 5.0 cm mass of crystallized native copper, this heavily encrusted and covered with sparkling deep red micro crystalline cuprite. Minor malachite present as well. This shows nicely all around and is in very good condition. Sits nicely by itself for display. Shipping weight: 0.78 pounds. Ex Renaud Vochten collection.
Size: 9.5 x 5.0 x 5.0 cm (cabinet)
Collection: Renaud Vochten
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