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Chalcocite with Quartz, Cooks Kitchen Mine, Illogan, Cornwall, England
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Chalcocite with Quartz, Cooks Kitchen Mine, Illogan, Cornwall, England
This specimen was drawn for Specimens of British Minerals, Selected from the Cabinet of Philip Rashleigh (1797, Volume 1, Plate 7, Figure 5) which states Represents large plated six-sided crystals of grey copper ore, one over the other, with small prisms of grey copper ore, having six sides, and truncated ends upon some of the plated crystals; upon a stone of loose quartz. From Cooks Kitchen. Chalcocite is a secondary mineral occurring in or near the oxidised zone of copper sulfide deposits. Rashleigh Collection
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TRURI : 1903.1.829
Media ID 19177427
© RIC, photographer A.G. Tindle
Black Copper Geology Gray Green Grey Metal Metallic Mine Mineral Mining Orange Secondary Specimen Sulfide Sulphide White Yellow Cooks Monoclinic Peach Silica Silicon Sio2
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This print showcases a remarkable specimen of Chalcocite with Quartz, discovered at the Cooks Kitchen Mine in Illogan, Cornwall, England. The image is an accurate representation of this extraordinary mineral as depicted in "Specimens of British Minerals" a renowned publication from 1797. The photograph reveals large plated six-sided crystals of grey copper ore stacked one upon the other, accompanied by small prisms of grey copper ore featuring truncated ends. These fascinating formations rest upon a bedrock composed of loose quartz. Chalcocite, a secondary mineral commonly found near oxidized zones within copper sulfide deposits, is the star attraction here. The Rashleigh Collection proudly houses this exceptional specimen which exhibits various shades including green, white, yellow, orange and peach amidst its predominantly black and grey hues. Its monoclinic structure adds to its allure while highlighting its metallic properties. This print not only captures the beauty and complexity of this geological wonder but also serves as a testament to Cornwall's rich mining history. It offers viewers an opportunity to appreciate the intricate details that nature has bestowed upon us through these stunning minerals. Andy Tindle's expertise behind the lens ensures that every aspect of this magnificent specimen is showcased with utmost precision and clarity. This print from the Royal Cornwall Museum truly encapsulates both scientific significance and aesthetic appeal for all who admire it.
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