Cuprite
specimen number:
5003707
location:
Milpillas mine, Santa Cruz, Sonora, Mexico
description:
Superb lustrous translucent crystals of cuprite measuring to almost 1.0 cm in size very rich across the top of this matrix. This is in good condition and quite choice for the species from this prolific locality. Collected around the year 2015.
Size: 9.0 x 8.5 x 4.0 cm (small-cabinet)
Collection: Fabre Minerals
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