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Mimetite on Galena from Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia

 
Mimetite on Galena from Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia

Mimetite on Galena from Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia

DESCRIPTION:No. 14470
Mineral:Mimetite on Galena
Locality:Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia
Description:Heavy specimen of galena completely overgrown with 3 mm mimetite crystals. The mimetite is mostly yellow, though some have a reddish-brown color.
Overall Size:7x6x3.5 cm
Crystals:1-3 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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