Spinel-twinned Copper (excellent)

Chino Mine (Santa Rita Pit), Santa Rita, Grant Co., New Mexico
Small Cabinet, 6.7 x 0.9 x 0.8 cm
Start Time: 03/22/2019 6:45:00 pm (CDT)
End Time: 03/28/2019 6:30:00 pm (CDT)
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Item Description

A classic, outstanding spinel-twinned copper crystal from the famous one-time 2006 find at the Chino Mine. They all came from a single large boulder found by Stan Esbenshade, and carefully trimmed out. All four sides of the central spine having striking highly variable flanges of very sharp crystals with striking skeletal/hoppered featuress and a beautiful rich patina. This is a pristine complete floater doubly terminated crystal with fascinating 360-degree visual appeal. Specimens of this quality and size from the isolated find are seldom on the market today and are highly prized. Valued at $950.

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