Cuprite with Calcite
specimen number:
5003507
location:
Cornwall, England, UK
description:
Classic old time specimen from Cornwall with sharp lustrous deep red octahedral crystals of cuprite measuring to 0.6 cm in size throughout this matrix with minor calcite. This is in terrific condition. The specimen comes with a previous collection label as shown at the end of the video.
Size: 4.5 x 3.5 x 2.0 cm (miniature)
Collection: Fabre Minerals
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