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

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

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

DESCRIPTION:No. 34992
Mineral:Mimetite
Locality:Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia
Description:Sparkling yellow-green mimetite crystals completely covering the top and front of gossan matrix. The mimetite crystals are hexagonal form, highly lustrous, and internally translucent. Looks beautiful under magnification.
Overall Size:4.5x3x2 cm
Crystals:.5-1.5 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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