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Calcite with Duftite inclusions from Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia (Type Locality for Duftite)

 
Calcite with Duftite inclusions from Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia (Type Locality for Duftite)

Calcite with Duftite inclusions from Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia (Type Locality for Duftite)

Photo below under shortwave ultraviolet illumination:
Calcite with Duftite inclusions from Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia (Type Locality for Duftite)

DESCRIPTION:No. 23585
Mineral:Calcite with Duftite inclusions
Locality:Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia (Type Locality for Duftite)
Description:Rhombic crystals of transparent calcite up to 15 mm on green dioptase matrix. Inside the calcite crystals are colorful inclusions of yellow-green duftite. The exceptional transparency and luster of the calcite crystals make the inclusions easily visible.
Overall Size:9x5x3.5 cm
Crystals:3-15 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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