Cuprite with Chrysocolla
specimen number:
1504769
location:
Mashamba West Mine, Kolwezi, Katanga, Democratic Republic of Congo
description:
Deep red to almost black semi-lustrous crystals of cuprite, the larger one 2.3 cm across, scattered over a sky-blue chrysocolla coated matrix. It appears that the chrysocolla is coating previous cuprite crystals as well. In very good condition. Measures 12.0 x 10.0 x 2.0 cm. Shipping weight: 1.11 pounds. Ex Renaud Vochten collection.
Size: 12.0 x 10.0 x 2.0 cm (cabinet)
Collection: Renaud Vochten
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