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Cuprite
Cuprite is a copper oxide mineral. Crystals of the mineral are noted for their characteristic dark red color caused by internal reflections.
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Properties
Mineral Class
Oxides
3.5 - 4
Cubic
Luster
Adamantine, Sub-metallic
Chemical Formula
Cu2O
Streak
Brownish-Red
Uses & Applications
In addition to being a collectible mineral, Cuprite is a minor copper ore.
Associated Minerals
Copper
Connellite
Silver
Cerussite
Notable Localities
Cuprite has been found worldwide in copper deposits, such as the Katanga Region of Congo, Tsumeb Mine of Nambia, and Cornwall area of England.
Arizona is home to many significant Cuprite localities, including the Bisbee workings as well as the Ray and New Cornelia Mines.
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