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Calcite from Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia

 
Calcite from Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia

Calcite from Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia

DESCRIPTION:No. 23654
Mineral:Calcite
Locality:Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia
Description:Large rhombohedral colorless calcite crystals that vary from mostly translucent to transparent in areas. The calcite crystals have a waxy surface luster and are completely crystallized on all sides. Ex. John Rumble collection (South Africa)
Overall Size:8x7x5 cm
Crystals:10-40 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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