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Dolomite mold filled with Calcite from Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia

 
Dolomite mold filled with Calcite from Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia

Dolomite mold filled with Calcite from Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia

DESCRIPTION:No. 19830
Mineral:Dolomite mold filled with Calcite
Locality:Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia
Description:Beautiful specimen of sparkling, pink dolomite in compact mass of micro-crystals with filling of calcite(?). When viewed under magnification the surfaces is completely covered with sugary, translucent, rhombic crystals with lovely pink color.
Overall Size:8x6x2 cm
Crystals:.2-.4 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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