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Cuprite from Moonta District, South Australia, Australia

 
Cuprite from Moonta District, South Australia, Australia

Cuprite from Moonta District, South Australia, Australia

Cuprite from Moonta District, South Australia, Australia

DESCRIPTION:No. 62429
Mineral:Cuprite
Locality:Moonta District, South Australia, Australia
Description:Two intergrown cuprite crystals that appear black, but are actually translucent red when illuminated from the rear. The cuprite crystals are octahedral form with trisoctahedral {221} edge faces. The surfaces are etched, and have waxy luster.
Overall Size:16x12x10 mm
Crystals:4-12 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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