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Copper in Calcite from Calumet, Michigan

 
Copper in Calcite from Calumet, Michigan

DESCRIPTION:No. 10196
Mineral:Copper in Calcite
Locality:Calumet, Michigan
Description:Translucent calcite with native copper inclusions. The calcite prevents the copper from oxidizing, keeping the copper a bright metallic color. Ex. J. Legro collection, ca. 1895
Overall Size:6x4x3 cm
Crystals:1-20 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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