Killer gemmy cuprite crystals with a razor sharp octahedral shape and a bedazzling luster from the famous Katanga Copper Crescent, Democratic Republic of Congo. The cuprite specimens from the Mashamba West Mine in are among the finest for the species. It displays a fine quality cuprite crystals growing in a cluster with perfect geometry, metallic faces and super mirror luster. On a strong day and halogen light the crystals display an amazing gemminess. They have a gorgeous and rich wine-red color. Some small green prismatic crystals of an unidentified mineral are seen too. Some small damages. On acrylic base.

Superb!