Cuprite
specimen number:
4751100
location:
Tsumeb mine, Otjikoto, Namibia
description: Lustrous deep red octahedral crystals of cuprite averaging 0.4 cm in size very rich across the top of this matrix. This is in great condition. Previous label from the Carnegie Museum ex Armstrong collection as seen at the end of the video.
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