Cuprite with Chrysocolla
specimen number:
9505371
location:
Mashamba West Mine, Kolwezi, Lualaba, DR Congo
description:
Very sharp deep red mirror bright crystal grouping of octahedral cuprite just over 1.0 cm in size set on a blue chrysocolla matrix. In perfect condition, outstanding for the species with great color contrast.
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