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Cerussite

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This is a very large and fine example of the "reticulated" form, more like a snowflake in structure. The crystal is complete, with just a few areas of contact on the two ends. You can see from the photos the incredibly complex architectural structure of this crystal. What is less apparent is the wonderful luster, which truly flashes off the faces as you rotate it. This is a big, major specimen, heavy in the hand, of a classic from perhaps the world's greatest mineral locality.

Product details

SpeciesCerussite
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions8.9 x 6.2 x 4.8 cm
Added on10/23/2024

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
08/2024Unknown OwnerNot disclosed
The ArkenstoneNot disclosed

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Cerussite
Mineral guide
Learn about Cerussite
lead carbonate famed for adamantine luster, dramatic V-twins and snowflake reticulations; prized from Tsumeb, Mibladen and Ojuela.
Cerussite
Regional guide
Cerussite from Tsumeb Mine, Namibia
from Tsumeb - glassy, architectural crystals with snowflake and honeycomb forms, superb transparency and quality from a famed ore deposit.