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Cerussite (twinned crystals) from Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia

 
Cerussite (twinned crystals) from Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia

Cerussite (twinned crystals) from Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia

Cerussite (twinned crystals) from Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia

DESCRIPTION:No. 58562
Mineral:Cerussite (twinned crystals)
Locality:Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia
Description:Lustrous transparent pale-gray cerussite crystals that are repeatedly twinned at 60° angles resulting in star-shaped formations. There is a large contact at the center of the cerussite crystals. Ex. E. Carmichael collection
Overall Size:5x4x2 cm
Crystals:20-35 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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