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

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

DESCRIPTION:No. 10031
Mineral:Adamite
Locality:Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia
Description:Thin bladed crystals of adamite to 9 mm across on white matrix. The matrix, likely calcite, fluoresces orange under UV illumination. Ex. Cilen collection #5311
Overall Size:4.5x3x2 cm
Crystals:6-9 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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