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Olivenite

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A rich and superb Tsumeb specimen of a 5.1 cm long band of very sparkly, forest-green olivenite microcrystals on a 3-dimensional matrix that includes brecciated anglesite. The olivenite is nicely complimented by ochre-colored mottramite. This is definitely old-time material from the upper oxidized zone of this renowned and now-closed mine. Ex. Consie Prince Collection and is accompanied by a 1970s-early 1980s label.

Product details

SpeciesOlivenite
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions6.0 x 4.3 x 3.8 cm
Added on10/23/2024

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
08/2024Unknown OwnerNot disclosed
The ArkenstoneNot disclosed

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Olivenite
Mineral guide
Learn about Olivenite
, copper arsenate hydroxide; olive to yellow-green crystals with varied habits, prized by collectors from Cornwall to Tsumeb and Cap Garonne.
Olivenite
Regional guide
Olivenite from Tsumeb Mine, Namibia
from Tsumeb Mine, Namibia — connoisseur’s arsenate prized for olive- to forest-green crystals, dramatic habit, and valuable provenance.