Torbernite from Musonoi Mine, Kolwezi, Mutshatsha, Lualaba, DR Congo - image 1
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Torbernite from Musonoi Mine, Kolwezi, Mutshatsha, Lualaba, DR Congo

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SpeciesTorbernite
Added on10/30/2026
LocalityDR Congo, Lualaba, Musonoi Mine

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Torbernite
Mineral guide
Learn about Torbernite
emerald-green, square tabular crystals with luster; vivid color, hydration (12H2O) vs metatorbernite, and uraniferous deposits boost appeal.
Torbernite
Regional guide
Torbernite from Musonoi Mine, DR Congo
Musonoi torbernite from Kolwezi, DR Congo - emerald-green, square tabular crystals with sharp outlines; prized for its classic locality and strong provenance.
Locality guide
Musonoi Mine
Musonoi Mine, DR Congo - renowned Katangan locality yielding cuprosklodowskite, torbernite, sklodowskite, and malachite; a type locality prized by collectors.