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Cerussite and Malachite from Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia

 
Cerussite and Malachite from Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia

DESCRIPTION:No. 12401
Mineral:Cerussite and Malachite
Locality:Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia
Description:Large glassy cerussite crystals to 3 cm(!) with thin green malachite formation on one end. Very hard to photograph this specimen, it must be seen in person to be appreciated.
Overall Size:7x4x4 cm
Crystals:1-3 cm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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