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Copper (naturally crystallized native copper Spinel Law twins) from Itauz Mine, Karaganda Oblast', Kazakhstan

DESCRIPTION:	No. 71839
Mineral:	Copper (naturally crystallized native copper Spinel Law twins)
Locality:	Itauz Mine, Karaganda Oblast', Kazakhstan
Description:	Slender native copper crystals (naturally occurring copper crystals) with no matrix attached. The copper crystals have a pleasing natural patina (not dipped!) and are elongated habit indicative of twinning following the Spinel Law of isometric twinning. Ex. R. Lavinsky. Collected ca. 2005
Overall Size:	5.5x1.5x0.4 cm
Crystals:	1-55 mm
Archived:	For reference only

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