Calcite, Mottramite
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This is a plate of gemmy, lustrous, slender scalenohedrons of calcite, on a bed of mossy-colored mottramite, from the famous Tsumeb Mine. This unusual specimen came out of the noted collection of Uli Bahmann, well-known for its fine South African specimens.
Product details
SpeciesCalcite, Mottramite
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions7.9 x 6.1 x 2.8 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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diverse shapes, colors, and optical quirks; widely available yet scarce elite pieces from Elmwood and Charcas drive collecting value and display.Regional guide
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