Cuprite with Malachite after Azurite, Chrysocolla
specimen number:
8282145
location:
Mashamba West Mine, Kolwezi, Lualaba, DR Congo
description: A gorgeous combination specimen showing sharp lustrous deep red crystals of cuprite measuring to 1.0 cm in size across the front of this matrix which is partly covered with light blue chrysocolla. There are sprays of what were once azurite crystals measuring to 2.5 cm in size, these now replaced by malachite. All are in great condition.
Size: 11.0 x 5.0 x 3.0 cm (cabinet)
Collection: Eugenio Andrades
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Number: (8282634)
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Malachite — DR Congo
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Malachite — DR Congo
Origin: Mashamba West Mine, Kolwezi, Lualaba, DR Congo
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Malachite — DR Congo
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