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Spinel-twinned Copper
- Chino Mine, Santa Rita, Grant Co., New Mexico
- Miniature, 5.1 x 0.9 x 0.8 cm
- Start Time: 07/28/2011 6:45:00 pm (CDT)
- End Time: 08/04/2011 6:30:00 pm (CDT)
- Auction Closed
Item Description
A classic, very sharp and fine, pointed, floater, spinel-twinned, copper crystal from the circa 2006 finds at the famous Chino Mine of New Mexico. There are three, very prominent grooves or clefts between the fluted wings on this excellent piece. The pretty, very bright copper patina is the result of mild cleaning. Excellent, highly representative material for the size and noted locale. We unearthed this material in our recent move. Chino coppers are no longer on the market. Valued at $300 in this size and quality.