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| DESCRIPTION: | No. 55204 |
| Mineral: | Cuprite |
| Locality: | Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia |
| Description: | Lustrous cuprite crystals covering front, top and rear of the specimen. The cuprite crystals appear almost black, but are actually translucent red with silky surface luster. Ex. Dr. N. Luppescu, originally acquired in 2001; ex. Kuhn collection #1253 |
| Overall Size: | 5x3x2 cm |
| Crystals: | 0.5-2.0 mm |
| Archived: | For reference only |
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