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

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

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

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

Photo below under shortwave ultraviolet illumination:
Willemite from Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia

DESCRIPTION:No. 41771
Mineral:Willemite
Locality:Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia
Description:Transparent green willemite crystals in rounded crystal aggregates up to 12 mm across over early generations of translucent brown-colored willemite crystals. The willemite looks beautiful under magnification: glassy faces, rich color, complex surfaces. Ex. Robert C. Lambert (1919-2008) #9; ex. Zweibels
Overall Size:10x9x5 cm
Crystals:0.5-2.0 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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