Wulfenite with Cobaltoan Smithsonite
Unknown Owner
Known for quite distinctively coloured tabular Wulfenite crystals of a butterscotch to brownish appearance, this marvellous miniature specimen from Tsumeb mine takes things in a different direction, with pink matrix. With really well-formed Wulfenite crystals to over 2 cm on edge rising up spectacularly in a freestanding manner this piece already has much going for it, especially as these crystals are in excellent condition - one has a corner nibbled, but overall is extremely fine for such a delicate species. The bevelled edges to the Wulfenite crystals are fine too, as is their excellent resinous lustre. The pink matrix is Cobaltoan Smithsonite (or perhaps Cobaltoan Dolomite) and is a really unusually combination for Tsumeb, or indeed anywhere. Very pretty indeed and ex Weyand Collection.
Product details
SizeMiniature
Dimensions4.3 x 3.7 x 4.0 cm
Added on01/17/2026
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Known provenance
| Date | Collector | Acquisition price |
|---|---|---|
| — | Unknown Owner | $5,000.00 |
| — | Crystal Classics | Not disclosed |
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brilliant warm colors and square crystals; prized for rarity of pristine specimens and famed localities like Red Cloud, Touissit, Ojuela.
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