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

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

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

DESCRIPTION:No. 26023
Mineral:Olivenite and Malachite
Locality:Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia
Description:Several veins and cavities lined with lustrous olivenite crystals up to 3 mm and bright green malachite in spherical aggregates and individual crystals to 1 mm. An excellent specimen of this sought-after mineral. Ex. Stuart F. Wise collection #333
Overall Size:5x5x4 cm
Crystals:.5-3 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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