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

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

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

DESCRIPTION:No. 23598
Mineral:Calcite
Locality:Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia
Description:Pristine cluster of translucent calcite crystals in parallel clusters perched on matrix. The crystals are lustrous and complexly crystallized making photographing the specimen difficult - must be seen in person. Ex. A. Balhao collection (Kombat, Namibia)
Overall Size:9x6x7 cm
Crystals:10-28 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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