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Malachite pseudomorph after Cuprite
Chessy copper mines, Chessy-les-Mines, Le Bois d'Oingt, Rhone, Rhone-Alpes, France
1.23cm x 1.22cm x 1.2cm
Ex. Florence Mecke Collection
Ex. Tony Nikischer Collection
Description/Interesting Notes:
A classic, old time example of malachite after cuprite from this historic locale!!! This specimen
consists of a sharply formed, modified octahedral cuprite crystal that has been
completely replaced by lively green malachite!!! This specimen is complete all around and displays
magnificently in person!!! This specimen exhibits classic form consisting of a
complexly modified octahedral crystal and has gorgeous bright green color!!! Classic old material!!! The pics hardly do it justice!!! Must
be seen in person to be fully appreciated!!! This specimen is from the collection of Tony Nikischer!!!
We just acquired the 6000+ specimen PERSONAL collection of Tony Nikischer and there are going to be some
very exciting minerals to come in the upcoming days and weeks!!! Prior to the Nikischer collection this
specimen was originally from the collection of Florence Mecke (acquired from the late 1930's until the
1970's)!!!
The pics hardly do it justice!!! Must be seen in person to be fully appreciated!!!
This specimen is from the collection of Tony Nikischer!!! We just acquired
the 6000+ specimen PERSONAL collection of Tony Nikischer and there are going to be some very exciting
minerals to come in the upcoming days and weeks!!! Prior to the Nikischer collection this specimen was
originally from the collection of Florence Mecke (acquired from the late 1930's until the 1970's)!!!
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