{"product_id":"native-copper-specimen-upper-antler-creek-near-yarnell-weaver-mountains-yavapai-county-arizona","title":"Native Copper Specimen – Upper Antler Creek, Near Yarnell, Weaver Mountains, Yavapai County, Arizona","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn attractive specimen of native copper collected from Upper Antler Creek near Yarnell in the historic Weaver Mountains of Yavapai County, Arizona. This classic Arizona copper locality is situated within a region renowned for its rich mining history, mineral occurrences, and significant contributions to the state's mineral heritage. The Weaver Mountains surrounding Yarnell have long been known for both precious metal and copper mineralization.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis specimen features naturally occurring native copper, displaying the metallic character and distinctive form that has made native copper one of the most recognizable collector minerals. Unlike copper ore minerals, native copper occurs as elemental copper formed through natural geological processes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecimen Highlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural Native Copper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUpper Antler Creek locality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNear Yarnell, Arizona\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeaver Mountains, Yavapai County\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHistoric Arizona mining region\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollector-quality locality specimen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural metallic copper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eMineral Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMineral:\u003c\/strong\u003e Native Copper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChemical Formula:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cu\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMineral Class:\u003c\/strong\u003e Native Elements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal System:\u003c\/strong\u003e Isometric\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Copper-red metallic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLuster:\u003c\/strong\u003e Metallic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Weaver Mountains are among Arizona's most historic mineral-producing regions and are well known for mining activity, mineral collecting, and placer discoveries dating back to the nineteenth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCollectors value Arizona native copper specimens for:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHistoric mining district provenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural metallic appearance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eArizona locality significance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttractive display characteristics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAmerican mineral heritage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRegional collecting interest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eDepending on the specimen, natural features may include:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMetallic copper masses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDendritic growth patterns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSculptural forms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOxidized copper patina\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural crystalline textures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatrix-hosted copper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eNative copper remains one of the most popular minerals among collectors due to its distinctive appearance and direct connection to Arizona's rich mining history.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProvenance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eUpper Antler Creek, Near Yarnell, Weaver Mountains, Yavapai County, Arizona, USA\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eEx: Unique Minerals. Only 12 specimens came from this pocket — all are in private collections.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eMeasurements\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 65 x 23 x 16 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlease review all photographs carefully for overall condition, size, matrix, surface characteristics, and natural mineral features, as they are considered part of the description. Native copper specimens commonly display natural oxidation, patina development, contact points, and irregular growth forms that contribute to their uniqueness.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Prospector's Vault","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42430020419666,"sku":null,"price":1200.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0575\/8805\/6146\/files\/AZCopperWeaver.png?v=1780180339","url":"https:\/\/prospectorsvault.com\/products\/native-copper-specimen-upper-antler-creek-near-yarnell-weaver-mountains-yavapai-county-arizona","provider":"Prospector's Vault","version":"1.0","type":"link"}