Cuprite on Copper
specimen number:
1382231
location:
Mashamba West Mine, Kolwezi, Lualaba, DR Congo
description:
A grouping of crystallized native copper, this almost entirely covered by deep red lustrous sparkling crystals of cuprite. Unusual and quite neat for the locality, this is in terrific condition all around.
Size: 9.5 x 4.0 x 1.8 cm (cabinet)
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Number: (8282447)
Size: 7.5 x 7.0 x 6.0 cm (small-cabinet)