Mimetite, Tennantite, Quartz
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A fine, old-time combination specimen from the Tsumeb Mine. Well-developed quartz crystals are uncommon from Tsumeb. Sharp, iron oxide-coated quartz richly cover the front and back of this piece. Sprays of gemmy mimetite needles are scattered on tennantite crystals and on quartz crystals. The left side of the specimen features a 1.8 cm iron oxide-coated tennantite crystal with a few mimetite needles. Ex. Rob Smith Collection.
Product details
SpeciesQuartz, Tennantite, Mimetite
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions7.8 x 6.0 x 6.0 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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