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Cuprite

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Cuprite

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Description
Locality: 
Tsumeb Mine, Otavi Highlands, Namibia
Class: 
Crystals on Matrix
Size Range: 
Thumbnail (1-3cm)
Size: 
2.5 × 1.6 × 1.8 cm
Description

A sharp terminated, glossy cuprite crystal perched on matrix. Thefaces shows micro-steps and wonerful texture - these details are much better in person. The crystal is complete and well shaped all around - the assemble looks very aesthetic.

Mineral Data
What's on the rock

Cuprite

Formula: 
Cu2O
Strunz: 
4.AA.10
Crystal System: 
Isometric
Hardness: 
3.5 - 4.0