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Smithsonite (cobalt-rich) from Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia

 
Smithsonite (cobalt-rich) from Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia

Smithsonite (cobalt-rich) from Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia

DESCRIPTION:No. 29848
Mineral:Smithsonite (cobalt-rich)
Locality:Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia
Description:Lustrous pink cobalt-rich smithsonite crystals lining a shallow cavity in dark metallic matrix. The smithsonite are notably large and well crystallized.
Overall Size:8x6x4 cm
Crystals:.5-11 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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