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Calcite with Malachite inclusions from Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia

 
Calcite with Malachite inclusions from Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia

Photo below under shortwave ultraviolet illumination:
Calcite with Malachite inclusions from Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia

DESCRIPTION:No. 23563
Mineral:Calcite with Malachite inclusions
Locality:Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia
Description:Colorful specimen of transparent, colorless calcite crystals up to 6 mm with green inclusions of malachite throughout.
Overall Size:35x22x20 mm
Crystals:3-6 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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