Cuprite, Katanga Copper Crescent, Haut-Katanga, DR Congo

$4,500.00

Size: 6×4.5×3.5 cm

Species: Cuprite

Locality: Katanga Copper Crescent, Haut-Katanga, DR Congo

Description: An isolated focal crystal (3.9cm) of red cuprite with almost iridescent luster centered on a matrix of chrysocolla. This specimen glows a deep red when backlit. The cuprite is in fantastic condition with no damage noted. Sharp, beveled edges and termination. A fabulous example of the high quality cuprite’s that can be found in the copper crescent. Ex. Mel Bersch, Collectors Edge 1988

ID: MRB510

Size: 6×4.5×3.5 cm

Species: Cuprite

Locality: Katanga Copper Crescent, Haut-Katanga, DR Congo

Description: An isolated focal crystal (3.9cm) of red cuprite with almost iridescent luster centered on a matrix of chrysocolla. This specimen glows a deep red when backlit. The cuprite is in fantastic condition with no damage noted. Sharp, beveled edges and termination. A fabulous example of the high quality cuprite’s that can be found in the copper crescent. Ex. Mel Bersch, Collectors Edge 1988

ID: MRB510