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Chalcocite from Bisbee, Warren District, Cochise County, Arizona

 
Chalcocite from Bisbee, Warren District, Cochise County, Arizona

Chalcocite from Bisbee, Warren District, Cochise County, Arizona

Chalcocite from Bisbee, Warren District, Cochise County, Arizona

DESCRIPTION:No. 46821
Mineral:Chalcocite
Locality:Bisbee, Warren District, Cochise County, Arizona
Description:Massive chalcopyrite-chalcocite ore with one face completely covered with chalcocite crystals that have pronounced blue iridescence. The chalcocite crystals are striated compound crystals, many exhibiting twinning. Ex. J. Cilen (1916-1997) #5902; ex. John E. MacDonald ca. 1970
Overall Size:7x4.5x2.5 cm
Crystals:0.5-3.0 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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