Copper Collection (page 58)

Copper oxidation experiment, artwork C017 / 3606
Copper oxidation experiment. Computer artwork of a copper sheet being heated with a Bunsen burner. When heated, the reddish-coloured metal copper reacts with the oxygen in the air to form copper

19th Century copper kettle. Copper kettle with integral burner underneath. Made in 1880

19th Century electricity demonstrator. 1860 model used to demonstrate electrical conduction

Early 20th Century copper steriliser

19th Century coffee maker. Copper coffee maker and integral burner (bottom). Made in 1890

19th Century eye washer. Made in 1880

19th Century copper still. Stills are used to distil liquid mixtures (such as alcohol) through boiling and then cooling to condense the vapour

19th Century copper burner. Made in 1880

Early 19th Century copper kettle. This kettle is designed to hang over an open fire from the hook at top. Made in 1820

Early 20th Century copper kettle. Copper tea kettle with integral burner underneath. Made in 1910

19th Century anemometer
19th Century copper anemometer. Anemometers are devices for measuring wind speed. Made in 1880

19th Century steam kettle. Made in 1880

Copper Female figurine 3rd Millennium BCE

Copper pipe deposits C016 / 2037
Copper pipe deposits. Green copper-containing deposits inside a copper pipe. These are usually a form of verdigris, where cuprous oxide combines with moisture

Feudal mine, 15th century
Feudal mine. 15th-century artwork of quarrels and disputes among the workers at a mine in the Harz mountains of what is now Germany

Coppersmiths, artwork
Coppersmiths, historical artwork. Copper is a relatively soft metal, which means it can be worked and hammered into shape without heating

Steel plates for copper electrorefining C018 / 2349
Copper production. Steel plates being loaded into an electrolytic cell at a refinery. These are cathode plates, steel sheets onto which pure copper is deposited by electrolysis

A snorkeler with juvenile batfish
A juvenile orbicular batfish, Platax orbicularis, with snorkeler in seagrass bed. Seagrass beds are important as they act as nurseries for a lot of marine species

Miners in a metal ore mine C018 / 2354
Metal ore mine. Workers and excavation machinery in an underground tunnel at a metal ore mine. This is the Taimirsky polymetallic ore mine in Talnakh, Krasnoyarsk Region, Russia

Steel plates for copper electrorefining C018 / 2350
Copper production. Steel plates being loaded into an electrolytic cell at a refinery. These are cathode plates, steel sheets onto which pure copper is deposited by electrolysis

Pouring molten copper at a refinery C018 / 2345
Copper production. Molten copper being poured into ingot moulds. The ingots are like thick plates. These can later be sent for purification by electrolysis

Pouring molten copper at a refinery C018 / 2346
Copper production. Molten copper being poured into ingot moulds. The ingots are like thick plates. These can later be sent for purification by electrolysis

Installing a wall support in a mine C018 / 2353
Metal ore mine. Workers placing a ceiling support in an underground tunnel at a metal ore mine. This is the Taimirsky polymetallic ore mine in Talnakh, Krasnoyarsk Region, Russia

Froth flotation tank at copper refinery C018 / 2344
Copper production. View across a froth flotation tank at a copper smelting plant. Copper ore is crushed to a rough powder, wet to form a slurry then treated with a xanthate

Miners in a metal ore mine C018 / 2352
Metal ore mine. Workers and excavation machinery in an underground tunnel at a metal ore mine. This is the Taimirsky polymetallic ore mine in Talnakh, Krasnoyarsk Region, Russia

Copper smelting works C018 / 2347
Copper smelting works

Copper sulfide froth in a flotation tank C018 / 2351
Copper production. View of a copper sulphide froth in a flotation tank at a copper smelting plant. Copper ore is crushed to a rough powder, wet to form a slurry then treated with a xanthate

Copper plates at a refinery C018 / 2348
Copper production. Stacks of copper plates at a refinery. These are cathode plates, steel sheets onto which pure copper has deposited by electrolysis

Libethenite C016 / 5660
Libethenite. Wedge-shaped, dark green crystals of libethenite (copper phosphate hydroxide) with pale brown duftite. Specimen from the Phoenix mine, Lnkinhorne, Cornwall, UK

Tetrahedrite C016 / 5654
Tetrahedrite (copper antimony sulphide). This specimen displays flat-faced tetrahedral shaped crystals. Specimen from Herodsfoot mine, Cornwall, UK, now on display at the Natural History Museum

Torbernite C016 / 5652
Torbernite (hydrated copper uranyl phosphate) is a uranium bearing mineral with tabular crystals. Specimen originates from the Grunnislake mine, Cornwall, UK

Tetrahedrite mineral specimen C016 / 4992
Tetrahedrite mineral specimen. Crystals (yellow) of the mineral tetrahedrite (copper antimony sulphide). This specimen is from Herodsfoot Mine, Liskeard, Cornwall, UK

Tyndall ice thermometer C016 / 3663
Ice thermometer. View of a type of thermometer used by physicist John Tyndall (1820-93) to measure the temperature of glacier ice

Tyndall ice thermometer C016 / 3662
Ice thermometer. View of a type of thermometer used by physicist John Tyndall (1820-93) to measure the temperature of glacier ice

Second transatlantic telegraph cable C016 / 3652
A section of the second transatlantic telegraph cable. This piece has a diameter of about 2.5cm. It consists of a central wound copper core, embedded in gutta percha (a natural latex-like resin)

Voltaic pile made by Volta, 1799 C016 / 3646
Original voltaic pile. An original voltaic pile, an early form of battery, made in 1799 by Alessandro Volta (1745-1827). The three perspex rods are modern additions to hold the pile together

Copper-bearing rocks, Tenerife C013 / 7100
Copper-bearing rocks in Teide National Park, Tenerife, the Canary Islands. This national park is centred on the volcano Mount Teide. Copper forms several ores, with the one here being green in colour

Copper-bearing rocks, Tenerife C013 / 7099
Copper-bearing rocks in Teide National Park, Tenerife, the Canary Islands. This national park is centred on the volcano Mount Teide. Copper forms several ores, with the one here being green in colour

Copper-bearing rocks, Tenerife C013 / 7098
Copper-bearing rocks in Teide National Park, Tenerife, the Canary Islands. This national park is centred on the volcano Mount Teide. Copper forms several ores, with the one here being green in colour

Dendritic copper specimen C013 / 6525
Dendritic copper specimen. Native copper is pure copper as found in nature. Copper is one of the few metallic elements to occur in unmixed form as a natural mineral

Liroconite specimen C013 / 6527
Liroconite specimen. Liroconite comprises of hydrated copper aluminum arsenate hydroxide. Its blue colour is due to the oxidation of copper ores

Malachite and Azurite C013 / 5323
Malachite and Azurite sample from Morenci, Arizona, on display at Biosphere 2. Malachite (green) and Azurite (blue) are copper carbonate minerals formed by the weathering of copper ore deposits

Malachite-based mineral deposit C013 / 5324
Malachite-based mineral deposit on display at Biosphere 2. Biosphere 2, near Tucson, Arizona, was developed in the late 1980s for research into how natural environments create habitable conditions

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Copper lap

Copper mass
This copper block was discovered by Samuel Hearne in the Arctic Circle in 1771. He carried it for a year before presenting it to the Hudsons Bay Company

Chalcopyrite or copper pyrite comprises of (copper iron sulphide). It is a common mineral and is found in almost all sulphide deposits. Specimen from Wheal Towan, Cornwall

Turquoise variety Henwoodite
A specimen of the turquoise variety called Henwoodite, named after William Jory Henwood (1805-1875) from West Phoenix Mine, Linkinhorne, Cornwall

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"Copper: A Versatile Metal That Shines Through Time" Step back in time with a glimpse of history through W. Fairbank's 1797 plan of Sheffield, showcasing the town's copper heritage. Engraved by Thomas Harris, this intricate map reveals the significance in Yorkshire. Marvel at the craftsmanship displayed in a stunning collection border and jelly moulds. These timeless pieces not only add elegance to any kitchen but also pay homage to the artistry involved in working with this remarkable metal. From Sheffield to New York City, it has left its mark on iconic landmarks like the Statue of Liberty. Its enduring beauty and durability make it an ideal choice for such monumental sculptures that stand tall as symbols of freedom. Explore the fascinating world where chemistry meets art as copper and magnesium sulphate combine in LM, creating captivating hues and textures that grace canvases across generations. Delight your senses with an array of jelly and cake moulds, each one telling a story through its unique design. These culinary treasures remind us how copper has been an essential tool for bakers throughout history, ensuring delectable treats for all occasions. Travel to Bisbee, Arizona—a once-thriving mining town—where copper was king. Witness remnants of its rich past as you stroll through streets lined with historic buildings that whisper tales from America's industrial era. Admire Martin van Meytens' Kneeling Nun painting from 1731—a masterpiece brought to life using delicate strokes on a canvas primed with powdered copper pigments. This artwork showcases both artistic skill and the versatility of this metallic element. Journey across Cornwall's rugged landscape to witness a 19th-century tin mine where miners relied on sturdy tools made from none other than resilient copper—an integral part of their daily lives underground. Venture into County Cork's Midleton distillery—the home of Jameson Irish Whiskey—and marvel at massive gleaming copper stills.