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Copper (crystallized) with Cuprite from Mountain City Mine, Elko County, Nevada

 
Copper (crystallized) with Cuprite from Mountain City Mine, Elko County, Nevada

Copper (crystallized) with Cuprite from Mountain City Mine, Elko County, Nevada

Copper (crystallized) with Cuprite from Mountain City Mine, Elko County, Nevada

DESCRIPTION:No. 55189
Mineral:Copper (crystallized) with Cuprite
Locality:Mountain City Mine, Elko County, Nevada
Description:Arborescent formation of slender native (naturally occurring) copper crystals with a thin overgrowth of red cuprite. Looks beautiful under magnification.
Overall Size:4x1.5x0.5 cm
Crystals:1-6 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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