Detailed information
Species
Cuprite
Dimensions
30 x 26 x 17
mm
Locality
Mashamba West Mine Kolwezi, Katanga DR of Congo
Condition
No recorded repairs
This fine miniature specimen from Mashamba West mine in the DR Congo features an excellent, sharp, 1.6 cm octahedral Cuprite crystal on a small piece of matrix. The crystal is a really good size for this species and displays a deep blood red which is enhanced with backlighting. The crystal is undamaged and shows twinning on its lower side. It stands aesthetically upon its matrix, mounted on a small acrylic block for display. A great Cuprite miniature that would look great in a display of crystal form, or even in a systematic collection using miniature specimens.