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Smithsonite var. cobaltoan from Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia

 
Smithsonite var. cobaltoan from Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia

Smithsonite var. cobaltoan from Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia

DESCRIPTION:No. 32499
Mineral:Smithsonite var. cobaltoan
Locality:Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia
Description:Sparkling crystals of pink smithsonite covering two faces of matrix with minor smithsonite on the rear. The smithsonite pink color is due to cobalt impurities. Upper right corner is slightly bruised. Sensel acquired the specimen in 1974 from David New. Ex. Dr. Eugene E. Sensel (1911-2000) collection #BL415
Overall Size:10x7x6 cm
Crystals:2-7 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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