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Cerussite on Tennantite from Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia

 
Cerussite on Tennantite from Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia

DESCRIPTION:No. 10035
Mineral:Cerussite on Tennantite
Locality:Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia
Description:Cluster of translucent cerussite 10 mm across sitting on matrix of dark tennantite. Under magnification the cerussite appears to be a complex sixling twin, though not easily distinguishable.
Overall Size:3x3x2 cm
Crystals:10 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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