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Tennantite with Smithsonite from Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia

 
Tennantite with Smithsonite from Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia

Tennantite with Smithsonite from Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia

DESCRIPTION:No. 15885
Mineral:Tennantite with Smithsonite
Locality:Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia
Description:Tetrahedral single crystal of tennantite 3 cm long with overgrowth of sparkling smithsonite crystals. The smithsonite completely coats one face and are scattered over the other major face. Very attractive.
Overall Size:3x2x1.5 cm
Crystals:3 cm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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