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The article discusses the Gabriel Copper, a native copper specimen from the Central mine in Keweenaw County, Michigan, which is part of the collection at the A. E. Seaman Mineral Museum of Michigan Technological University. The Gabriel Copper is known for its aesthetic balance, quality of crystallization, lovely patina, interesting twinning, and perfect size. It has been extensively used to represent the museum and its heritage, appearing on book covers, magazine covers, articles, brochures, and business cards. The article also provides information about Donald C. Gabriel, the collector who purchased the specimen, and the history and collections of the A. E. Seaman Mineral Museum. [Extracted from the article] |
