Chalcanthite, Aragonite
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Chalcanthite overgrown and intermixed with Aragonite, from Tsumeb. Note how thick the growth is, that this is not a crust but rather many generations of layering one atop the other making for a thick specimen. Ex. Willy Israel Collection.
Product details
SpeciesAragonite, Chalcanthite
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions9.8 x 4.6 x 2.1 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityNamibia, Oshikoto Region, Tsumeb
Known provenance
| Date | Collector | Acquisition price |
|---|---|---|
| 08/2024 | Unknown Owner | Not disclosed |
| — | The Arkenstone | Not disclosed |
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dramatic flos-ferri growths and pastel sprays; prized for sculptural forms, rarity of pristine pieces, and historic European localities.Regional guide
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