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

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

DESCRIPTION:No. 20014
Mineral:Cerussite
Locality:Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia
Description:Complex crystals of translucent, gray cerussite in v-shaped formation. The crystals have striated appearance due to compound twinning (sixling). Some edge frittering. Purchased from a Tsumeb miner's widow in 1961.
Overall Size:28x22x20 mm
Crystals:15-20 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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