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Curite with Kasolite and Torbernite from Shinkolubwe Mine, Katanga (Shaba) Province, Democratic Republic of the Congo (Type Locality for Curite and Kasolite)

 
Curite with Kasolite and Torbernite from Shinkolubwe Mine, Katanga (Shaba) Province, Democratic Republic of the Congo (Type Locality for Curite and Kasolite)

DESCRIPTION:No. 39806
Mineral:Curite with Kasolite and Torbernite
Locality:Shinkolubwe Mine, Katanga (Shaba) Province, Democratic Republic of the Congo (Type Locality for Curite and Kasolite)
Description:Radioactive mixture of orange curite, yellow kasolite and green torbernite. Sparkling microcrystals are visible throughout, mostly curite. Ex. R. Fitton collection; ex. R.N. Kelley; ex. Wards
Overall Size:5x4x3 cm
Crystals:micro to 1.5 mm
Status: Sold - Posted here for reference only
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