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Smithsonite var. Cuprian from Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia

 
Smithsonite var. Cuprian from Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia

Smithsonite var. Cuprian from Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia

DESCRIPTION:No. 35507
Mineral:Smithsonite var. Cuprian
Locality:Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia
Description:Sparkling green cuprian (copper-rich) smithsonite crystals coating front and rear of gossan matrix. The specimen is currently mounted to an acrylic display base (will remove upon request).
Overall Size:4x3x2.5 cm
Crystals:1-2.5 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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