$300Median
1994Sold (12 mo)
$475Last sale
Calcite from Tsumeb, Oshikoto Region, Namibia
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With a combination of rare and common species the juxtaposition seen in this miniature specimen from Tsumeb mine one of the classics for which this most famous of mines is known. Mottramite, a very rare secondary lead copper vanadate species, forms a dark khaki-green finely crystallized matrix hosting a ridge of glassy colourless rhombic Calcite crystals. These Calcite crystals reach up to 1 cm on edge and present 'windows' through which the underlying dark mossy Mottramite can be seen. There are some very minor chips to the corners of some of the Calcite crystals, but generally they are in very good condition.
Product details
SpeciesCalciteMottramite
SizeMiniature
Dimensions3.2 x 2.2 x 2.1 cm
Added on04/08/2026
LocalityNamibia, Oshikoto Region, Tsumeb
Current owner
Unknown Owner
- Acquired
- Jun 2026
- Price paid
- $350.00
Previous owners
| Date | Collector | Acquisition price |
|---|---|---|
| — | Crystal Classics | Not disclosed |
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Mineral guide
Learn about Calcite
diverse shapes, colors, and optical quirks; widely available yet scarce elite pieces from Elmwood and Charcas drive collecting value and display.Regional guide
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