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Smithsonite on Galena from Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia

 
Smithsonite on Galena from Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia

Smithsonite on Galena from Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia

DESCRIPTION:No. 12289
Mineral:Smithsonite on Galena
Locality:Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia
Description:Massive galena matrix with overgrowth of pale pink smithsonite crystals to 4 mm. The smithsonite crystals are in conical, stacked aggregates up to 10 mm high.
Overall Size:3x3x2 cm
Crystals:2-4 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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