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

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

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

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

DESCRIPTION:No. 24935
Mineral:Wulfenite
Locality:Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia
Description:Thin crystals of brown wulfenite on brown matrix with minor mottramite. One crystal is undamaged and stands upright off matrix. Skillful trimming could isolate the best crystal to make a stunning thumbnail specimen. Ex. Phillip Greybill (1935-2018) collection
Overall Size:4.5x3x3 cm
Crystals:2-18 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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