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Cuprite from Old Dominion Mine, Globe-Miami District, Gila County, Arizona

 
Cuprite from Old Dominion Mine, Globe-Miami District, Gila County, Arizona

Cuprite from Old Dominion Mine, Globe-Miami District, Gila County, Arizona

DESCRIPTION:No. 23402
Mineral:Cuprite
Locality:Old Dominion Mine, Globe-Miami District, Gila County, Arizona
Description:Partial pocket lined with translucent, red cuprite crystals with minor green malachite in pockets in the quartz matrix. The cuprite is well crystallized, with many distinct, sharp crystals. Sensel purchased the specimen from Bob Jones in 1989. Ex. Dr. Eugene E. Sensel (1911-2000) collection #M596
Overall Size:8x6x4 cm
Crystals:.2-1 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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