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Cuprite on Cuprian-Dolomite from Tsumeb, Namibia

 
Cuprite on Cuprian-Dolomite from Tsumeb, Namibia

DESCRIPTION:No. 5350
Mineral:Cuprite on Cuprian-Dolomite
Locality:Tsumeb, Namibia
Description:Dark red octahedral crystals of cuprite to 1 mm on light green matrix of copper-rich dolomite from a classic locality. Originally acquired in 1964. Ex. Swigert collection #885
Overall Size:7x5x4 cm
Crystals:1-5 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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