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Smithsonite from Tsumeb, Oshikoto Region, Namibia

Yellow (assumed Cadmium bearing) smithsonite, part of the Weyand collection and trimmed by Crystal Classics from a larger piece that yielded 3 similar specimens.


An excellent example with the largest crystal at 2cm and super bright yellow color.

Product details

SpeciesSmithsonite
Added on01/04/2026
LocalityNamibia, Oshikoto Region, Tsumeb

Current owner

Alex Neufeld
Alex Neufeld
Tucson
Acquired
Dec 2025

Owner’s note

Bought from Crystal Classics in person in TFMG

Member since 2025

Previous owners

DateCollectorAcquisition price
—Unknown OwnerNot disclosed

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Smithsonite
Mineral guide
Learn about Smithsonite
ZnCO3 with botryoidal and crystalline forms, silky to vitreous luster, pastel hues from cobalt to yellow; localities boost collecting appeal.
Smithsonite
Regional guide
Smithsonite from Tsumeb, Namibia
from Tsumeb, Namibia — varied rhombohedral and botryoidal forms, pink to green colors, and mineral associations; a prized locality for collectors.
Locality guide
Tsumeb
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