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Chalcocite from Messina District, Limpopo Province, South Africa

 
Chalcocite from Messina District, Limpopo Province, South Africa

Chalcocite from Messina District, Limpopo Province, South Africa

Chalcocite from Messina District, Limpopo Province, South Africa

DESCRIPTION:No. 44793
Mineral:Chalcocite
Locality:Messina District, Limpopo Province, South Africa
Description:Crystallized metallic chalcocite with dark oxidized patina. The chalcocite crystals are in parallel, repeatedly twinned groups with stepped surfaces indicating the reentrant faces. Ex. Chas. W. Velte Jr. (1914-1987) collection #CU-14
Overall Size:3x2x2 cm
Crystals:5-15 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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