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| DESCRIPTION: | No. 23642 |
| Mineral: | Smithsonite on Galena |
| Locality: | Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia |
| Description: | Well-crystallized specimen of transparent smithsonite crystals up to 11 mm on gray galena matrix. The smithsonite crystals have surface luster varying from glassy to silky and vary from milky to water-clear. Ex. John Rumble collection (South Africa) |
| Overall Size: | 5.5x5x3 cm |
| Crystals: | 4-11 mm |
| Archived: | For reference only |
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