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Aragonite var. Tarnowitzite from Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia

 
Aragonite var. Tarnowitzite from Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia

Aragonite var. Tarnowitzite from Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia

Photo below under shortwave ultraviolet illumination:
Aragonite var. Tarnowitzite from Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia

DESCRIPTION:No. 42139
Mineral:Aragonite var. Tarnowitzite
Locality:Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia
Description:Prismatic hexagonal white aragonite crystals with lustrous crystal faces and slightly tapered shapes. This is the lead-rich variety of aragonite known locally as Tarnowitzite. The aragonite crystals fluoresce moderately under UV illumination. Ex. Robert C. Lambert (1919-2008) #350; acquired in 1973
Overall Size:6x3.5x2.5 cm
Crystals:5-20 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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