Front view of branching purplish-brown native copper on dark and cream matrix mounted on a black display base

Native Copper on Matrix – Bounhas Mine, Morocco

$85.00
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Front view of branching purplish-brown native copper on dark and cream matrix mounted on a black display base
  • Front view of branching purplish-brown native copper on dark and cream matrix mounted on a black display base
  • Branching native copper specimen shown beneath a clear protective display cover on a black base
  • Side view showing the open branching copper growth and dark underside of the matrix
  • Rear view of purplish-brown native copper branches above a dark brown mineral matrix
  • Angled view showing branching native copper and pale cream crystals on the contrasting matrix
  • Front view of branching purplish-brown native copper on dark and cream matrix mounted on a black display base
  • Branching native copper specimen shown beneath a clear protective display cover on a black base
  • Side view showing the open branching copper growth and dark underside of the matrix
  • Rear view of purplish-brown native copper branches above a dark brown mineral matrix
  • Angled view showing branching native copper and pale cream crystals on the contrasting matrix
Native Copper on Matrix – Bounhas Mine, Morocco

Native Copper on Matrix – Bounhas Mine, Morocco

$85.00

About This Specimen

This miniature native copper specimen from the Bounhas Mine presents an open, branching formation rising above a contrasting mineral matrix. Its sculptural silhouette, deep purplish-brown oxidation, occasional coppery highlights, and cream-colored matrix crystals give the piece visual interest from several angles.

Specimen Details

  • Mineral / Specimen Type: Native Copper on Matrix
  • Locality: Bounhas Mine, Oumjrane, Morocco
  • Form & Structure: Arborescent and irregular branching copper growth on matrix
  • Color: Predominantly deep purplish brown, with subdued coppery-bronze highlights over dark brown and cream-to-tan matrix
  • Rarity: Uncommon as an aesthetic, locality-specific branching miniature; native copper as a species is not rare
  • Mohs Hardness: 2.5–3
  • Luster: Metallic where exposed, but largely subdued by surface oxidation
  • Chemical Formula: Cu
  • Specimen Size: Miniature
  • Dimensions: 2.3 × 3.9 × 4.4 cm
  • Specimen Weight: 18.5 g — mineral only
  • Total / Display Weight: 67.6 g, as supplied

About Native Copper

Native copper is naturally occurring elemental copper, Cu, and belongs to the isometric crystal system. It has a Mohs hardness of 2.5–3 and may occur as wires, branching masses, plates, or irregular crystalline aggregates; exposed surfaces can develop brown, red, purple, or darker oxidation that masks the mineral’s fresh copper-red metallic color.

Traditional & Metaphysical Associations

In crystal traditions, copper is associated with vitality, creativity, abundance, and the symbolic movement of energy. Collectors may use native copper as a meditation object, intention-setting piece, or visually grounding display specimen. Metaphysical properties are based on traditional beliefs and are provided for cultural and informational purposes; they are not scientifically established or intended as medical advice.

Why This Specimen?

The elevated branching growth creates generous open spaces and an animated, almost sculptural profile. Its muted purple-brown copper surface contrasts effectively with the darker host rock and pale matrix crystals.

Exact specimen pictured. You will receive the exact specimen shown in the photographs.

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