Copper glance

Description

Common name for Cuprous sulfide or Chalcocite prior to the 1800s when chemical compound names were standardized (Schur 1985). It was also called vitreous copper during that time period.

Synonyms and Related Terms

copper sulfide; chalcocite; vitreous copper

Resources and Citations

• Susan E. Schur, Conservation Terminology: A review of Past & Current Nomenclature of Materials, Technology and Conservation, Spring (p.34-39); Summer (p.35-38); Fall (p.25-36), 1985

• G.S.Brady, Materials Handbook, McGraw-Hill Book Co., New York, 1971