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Cornetite and Chrysocolla (New Find - Type Locality)
- Star of Congo Mine, Lubumbashi, Katanga, Dem. Rep. of Congo
- Cabinet, 10.9 x 6.0 x 5.6 cm
- Start Time: 10/08/2009 6:30:00 pm (CDT)
- End Time: 10/15/2009 6:50:07 pm (CDT)
- Auction Closed
Item Description
Cornetite is a rare, hydrated copper phosphate. This very showy, vuggy specimen in chrysocolla matrix is very richly lined with scintillating, vivid teal blue cornetite microcrystals. A striking and beautiful combination specimen. This extra fine piece, from a New Find is from the Type Locality - the famous Star of Congo Mine. Valued $400-500. MUCH BETTER IN PERSON!