Cuprite with Chrysocolla
specimen number:
1503042
location:
Mashamba West Mine, Kolwezi, Katanga, Democratic Republic of Congo
description:
Many fine dark red lustrous crystals of cuprite measuring to 1.0 cm in size over the front of this 8.5 x 8.5 x 3.0 cm sky-blue chrysocolla matrix. Minor malachite present as well. This is in very fine condition with many good crystals present. Shipping weight: 0.58 pounds. Ex Renaud Vochten collection.
Size: 8.5 x 8.5 x 3.0 cm (small-cabinet)
Collection: Renaud Vochten
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