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Copper (Spinel-law twinned crystals) from Pearl Handle Pit, Ray Mine, Pinal County, Arizona

 
Copper (Spinel-law twinned crystals) from Pearl Handle Pit, Ray Mine, Pinal County, Arizona

Copper (Spinel-law twinned crystals) from Pearl Handle Pit, Ray Mine, Pinal County, Arizona

DESCRIPTION:No. 23860
Mineral:Copper (Spinel-law twinned crystals)
Locality:Pearl Handle Pit, Ray Mine, Pinal County, Arizona
Description:Dendritic crystals of native copper, showing Spinel-law twinning throughout. The copper has a natural, green patina on all surfaces. Originally acquired in 1990 from Bob Jones, noted mineral-writer. Ex. Dr. Eugene E. Sensel (1911-2000) collection #M640; Ex. Bob Jones
Overall Size:7x5x4.5 cm
Crystals:2-20 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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