EXCEPTIONAL Calcite & Native Copper Crystal With Prehnite COPPER FALLS, MICHIGAN
Item History & Price
| Reference Number: Avaluer:31663694 | Modified Item: No |
MineralMan999
Calcite with Native Copper & PrehniteCopper Falls Mine, Copper Falls, Keweenaw Co., Michigan, USA2.6cm x 2.6cm x 1.45cmEx. Bob Jones Collection
Description/Interesting Notes: An oustanding example of calcite with native copper and prehnite from this noteworthy historic Michigan locale!!! This specimen hosts a sharp, brilliant, gem clear crystal of calcite prominently set on a t...ranslucent, light green mass of crystalline botryoidal prehnite in association with complex crystals of native copper!!! The calcite crystal exhibits razor-sharp faces with absolutely TOP glassy luster!!! The calcite crystal is complete and in magnificent condition all around!!! The native copper crystals exhibit complex, pseudo-octahedral forms with complexly modified features!!! The native copper exhibits a combination of attractive reddish and black hues!!! One can see that there are inclusions of native copper in the calcite crystal and the translucent prehnite crystals as well!!! This specimen is simply GORGEOUS in person - a real gem indeed!!! This specimen is complete all around and displays magnificently in person (do not mistake any irregular features for damage in the pics - these are just areas of crystalline complexity)!!! Way better than the pics show!!! This historic locale is one of Michigan's earliest copper mines (operated from 1844-1890!) and specimens from this locale are highly sought after today!!! Ex. Bob Jones collection!!! The pics hardly do it justice!!! Must be seen in person to be fully appreciated!!! Good luck and be sure to check out my other exciting mineral auctions on ebay!!! The pics hardly do it justice!!! Must be seen in person to be fully appreciated!!! Good luck and be sure to check out my other exciting mineral auctions on ebay!!!
STAY TUNED!!! ALL AUCTIONS END THURSDAY, OCTOBER 15th!!!
The MineralMan Pledge: To offer a variety of interesting and unique mineral specimens that stand out from the majority of specimens on ebay and to add new specimens AT LEAST every week, all with an opening bid of JUST $1, NO RESERVE.Click here to see
More INCREDIBLE Minerals!Bidding for auctions starts at JUST $1, NO RESERVE
We accept PayPal, - if you have questions about any other payment methods, please ask
Specimens ship weekly
High bidder pays shipping
Full Money Back Guarantee
(less shipping)
We combine shippingAdd Mineralman999
to My Favorite Sellers!!!
**INTERNATIONAL BIDDERS PLEASE NOTE:
Items will ship USPS EXPRESS MAIL INTERNATIONAL or USPS PRIORITY MAIL INTERNATIONAL ONLY. Both of these methods are trackable, and the Express option is insured and guaranteed. For rates, refer to the USPS website or contact us directly.
Calcite with Native Copper & PrehniteCopper Falls Mine, Copper Falls, Keweenaw Co., Michigan, USA2.6cm x 2.6cm x 1.45cmEx. Bob Jones Collection
Description/Interesting Notes: An oustanding example of calcite with native copper and prehnite from this noteworthy historic Michigan locale!!! This specimen hosts a sharp, brilliant, gem clear crystal of calcite prominently set on a t...ranslucent, light green mass of crystalline botryoidal prehnite in association with complex crystals of native copper!!! The calcite crystal exhibits razor-sharp faces with absolutely TOP glassy luster!!! The calcite crystal is complete and in magnificent condition all around!!! The native copper crystals exhibit complex, pseudo-octahedral forms with complexly modified features!!! The native copper exhibits a combination of attractive reddish and black hues!!! One can see that there are inclusions of native copper in the calcite crystal and the translucent prehnite crystals as well!!! This specimen is simply GORGEOUS in person - a real gem indeed!!! This specimen is complete all around and displays magnificently in person (do not mistake any irregular features for damage in the pics - these are just areas of crystalline complexity)!!! Way better than the pics show!!! This historic locale is one of Michigan's earliest copper mines (operated from 1844-1890!) and specimens from this locale are highly sought after today!!! Ex. Bob Jones collection!!! The pics hardly do it justice!!! Must be seen in person to be fully appreciated!!! Good luck and be sure to check out my other exciting mineral auctions on ebay!!! The pics hardly do it justice!!! Must be seen in person to be fully appreciated!!! Good luck and be sure to check out my other exciting mineral auctions on ebay!!!
STAY TUNED!!! ALL AUCTIONS END THURSDAY, OCTOBER 15th!!!
The MineralMan Pledge: To offer a variety of interesting and unique mineral specimens that stand out from the majority of specimens on ebay and to add new specimens AT LEAST every week, all with an opening bid of JUST $1, NO RESERVE.Click here to see
More INCREDIBLE Minerals!Bidding for auctions starts at JUST $1, NO RESERVE
We accept PayPal, - if you have questions about any other payment methods, please ask
Specimens ship weekly
High bidder pays shipping
Full Money Back Guarantee
(less shipping)
We combine shippingAdd Mineralman999
to My Favorite Sellers!!!
**INTERNATIONAL BIDDERS PLEASE NOTE:
Items will ship USPS EXPRESS MAIL INTERNATIONAL or USPS PRIORITY MAIL INTERNATIONAL ONLY. Both of these methods are trackable, and the Express option is insured and guaranteed. For rates, refer to the USPS website or contact us directly.
