Description/Interesting Notes:
A fantastic example of these rare and highly sought after species from Bisbee!!! This specimen consists of a matrix
of massive, dark red cuprite that hosts a rich showing of intense blue connellite crystals and scattered crystals of unique
blue claringbullite!!! There are several other species in association as well, including atacamite, chrysocolla, tenorite, and
native copper!!! I must stress that this specimen is WAY better than the pics show - this specimen was very difficult to capture in the pics, however
the specimen is very impressive and rich in person!!! The connellite is present as a large group of juxtaposed groups of lathes of intense
blue gemmy crystals as well as divergent spray of crystals in a small vug and small areas richly scattered about the entire specimen!!!
The claringbullite has a distinctly different hue - an almost turquoise greenish-blue and is present as scattered areas of platy
crystals intergrown with the cuprite and some of the connellite as well!!! There is a LOT more going on with this specimen
than the pics show!!! Upon close inspection with a loupe or a scope there is a LOT to see!!! This is a magnificent example of
these rare Bisbee species!!! This specimen retains a very detailed old label from the collection of Arthur Eadie as well!!!
The pics hardly do it justice!!! Must be seen in person to be fully appreciated!!!
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