Cuprite
specimen number:
8691173
location:
Tsumeb mine, Otjikoto, Namibia
description:
A sharp deep red grouping of cuprite crystals 1.0 cm in size on calcite. Minor native copper is present. This is in good condition. The specimen comes with a previous collection label from Lazard Cahn. This is shown at the end of the video.
Size: 1.7 x 1.6 x 1.2 cm (thumbnail)
Collection: David Brandon
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