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

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

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

DESCRIPTION:No. 32670
Mineral:Azurite and Cerussite
Locality:Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia
Description:Unusual formation of bright blue azurite crystals in thin, boxwork patterns on brown gossan matrix with white cerussite microcrystals. Looks beautiful under magnification. The unusual patterns are visible front and rear.
Overall Size:7x5x4 cm
Crystals:.2-4 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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