Description: Russell Collection chalcocite, BM1964,R388. This specimen isn't on public display but is part of an extensive suite of chalcocites from Cornwall. Personally I love this piece, especially the association with chalcopyrite 'blister copper', which in daylight has a beautiful iridescent tarnish. A real old timer from the Cape Cornwall mine near St. Just. specimen is approximately 15x15cm.

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