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Descloizite from Berg Aukas Mine, 16 km ENE of Grootfontein, Otavi Mountain Land, Namibia

 
Descloizite from Berg Aukas Mine, 16 km ENE of Grootfontein, Otavi Mountain Land, Namibia

Descloizite from Berg Aukas Mine, 16 km ENE of Grootfontein, Otavi Mountain Land, Namibia

DESCRIPTION:No. 10414
Mineral:Descloizite
Locality:Berg Aukas Mine, 16 km ENE of Grootfontein, Otavi Mountain Land, Namibia
Description:Cluster of many brown descloizite crystals over a rhombic (pseudomorph) cavity. The crystals are in a cockscomb, stacked formation. The descloizite is translucent with good crystal development. Scattered chipping visible under magnification.
Overall Size:4x4x4 cm
Crystals:5-10 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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