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Native Copper

The Science Museum of Minnesota

$40.00

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Native copper specimens in pure metallic form. Reddish luster and branching crystals, each piece unique.Native copper-copper found in elemental form rather than as ore-displays the metal's natural geometry: dendritic branching, natural luster. Each specimen is different in structure and size. These are not polished; they show copper as geology presents it.Geologists, mineralogists, and natural history enthusiasts collect these. They work in office displays, teaching labs, or as tactile reminders of elemental beauty. Hold one and you hold geology.DETAILS- Specimen- Native copper- Pure metallic form- Dendritic structure- Each unique- Educational-grade