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Copper incl. in Smithsonite (uncommon)
- Tsumeb Mine, Tsumeb, Namibia
- Miniature, 4.0 x 2.7 x 2.2 cm
- Start Time: 05/29/2014 6:30:00 pm (CDT)
- End Time: 06/05/2014 6:30:00 pm (CDT)
- Auction Closed
Item Description
Native copper included in smithsonite is a Tsumeb rarity and this is a very fine example. Tiny, bright copper flakes are richly included in the lustrous, translucent smithsonite rhombs and give the crystals the reddish tint. Excellent and uncommon material. Valued at $400.