Spectacular copper sample with malachite CW2234 Freeform - Height: 140 mm - Width: 70 mm- 591 g - (1)
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Estimate € 230 - € 280
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One free-form copper specimen with malachite, CW2234, from Itauz Mine, Zhilandy group, Satpayev, Ulytau Region, Kazakhstan, weighing 591 g.
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Description from the seller
Splendid branching copper specimen, partly covered by a patina of malachite that gives it a pleasant appearance. The copper is completely natural and the dark color is due to surface patinas that form on the metal. Therefore, it has not been treated, as unfortunately happens with many samples circulating on the market that have an unnatural copper color that is too bright and “fresh.” Some iridescences give the piece even greater beauty. A representative and aesthetically pleasing specimen, not to be missed! Photographed under intense light.
The specimen is photographed under intense professional lighting to best highlight details and color. Any slight variations in color tones depend on the settings of the device used and/or exposure to ambient or artificial light of varying color temperature.
CW2234
Seller's Story
We have been collectors since 1972, present as exhibitors at the main mineral exhibitions in Italy and some European ones (Sainte-Marie-Aux-Mines, Monaco, etc.), where you can find us to get to know us in person, exchange opinions, talk about our beloved minerals and, should the auctions end close to an exhibition, deliver your samples directly.
All proposed minerals, unless otherwise specified, are photographed using a strong light source, to better show the colors and details of the sample.
If you buy multiple minerals in the same auction, we will ship them together and you will only pay the higher shipping costs.
Translated by Google TranslateSplendid branching copper specimen, partly covered by a patina of malachite that gives it a pleasant appearance. The copper is completely natural and the dark color is due to surface patinas that form on the metal. Therefore, it has not been treated, as unfortunately happens with many samples circulating on the market that have an unnatural copper color that is too bright and “fresh.” Some iridescences give the piece even greater beauty. A representative and aesthetically pleasing specimen, not to be missed! Photographed under intense light.
The specimen is photographed under intense professional lighting to best highlight details and color. Any slight variations in color tones depend on the settings of the device used and/or exposure to ambient or artificial light of varying color temperature.
CW2234
Seller's Story
We have been collectors since 1972, present as exhibitors at the main mineral exhibitions in Italy and some European ones (Sainte-Marie-Aux-Mines, Monaco, etc.), where you can find us to get to know us in person, exchange opinions, talk about our beloved minerals and, should the auctions end close to an exhibition, deliver your samples directly.
All proposed minerals, unless otherwise specified, are photographed using a strong light source, to better show the colors and details of the sample.
If you buy multiple minerals in the same auction, we will ship them together and you will only pay the higher shipping costs.
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Number of objects
1
Main mineral
Spectacular copper sample with malachite CW2234
Mineral form
Freeform
Supplement
CW2234 Spectacular copper sample with malachite
Weight
591 g
Origin (region/city)
Itauz Mine, Zhilandy group, Satpayev, Ulytau Region, Kazakhstan
Country of origin
Kazakhstan
Height
140 mm
Width
70 mm
Depth
55 mm
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