Cuprite
specimen number:
1991011
location:
Milpillas Mine, Cuitaca, Santa Cruz, Sonora, Mexico
description:
Brilliant deep red crystals of cuprite to 0.8 cm in size over the front of a 7.0 x 6.5 x 2.0 cm matrix. The bottom of the matrix has been shaped with a trim saw. In very good condition as seen and nice crystals for the species from this locality normally noted for its fine azurite specimens. Shipping weight: 0.26 pounds.
Size: 7.0 x 6.5 x 2.0 cm (small-cabinet)
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