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Native Copper (Mullane Coll.)
- Bisbee, Cochise County, Arizona
- Small Cabinet, 7.0 x 4.2 x 3.8 cm
- Start Time: 05/07/2011 6:30:00 pm (CDT)
- End Time: 05/12/2011 6:30:00 pm (CDT)
- Auction Closed
Item Description
Super-sharp, tetrahexahedral copper crystals with a variable patina ranging from coppery to pretty light golden iridescenct to cuprite-coated line a deep-set sculptural vug in massive copper on this showy and excellent old-timer from the famous mines at Bisbee. The base has been sawed to enhance the considerable display quality. The crystal sharpness is way above average for Bisbee coppers. Ex Dennis Mullane Bisbee Collection. This fine piece could be from the 1950s to early 70s or much older.