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Cuprite from Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia

 
Cuprite from Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia

Photo below under shortwave ultraviolet illumination:
Cuprite from Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia

DESCRIPTION:No. 14768
Mineral:Cuprite
Locality:Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia
Description:Lustrous red cuprite crystals lining a cavity in massive cuprite matrix with minor dioptase included calcite crystals (fluorescent under UV illumination). Under magnification the cuprite is brilliant, with excellent color.
Overall Size:35x30x25 mm
Crystals:1-3 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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