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Olivenite

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A truly excellent cluster of highly lustrous, unusually elongated, deep-green crystals that have a blocky habit. Considering that 1 cm crystals from Tsumeb were worthy of mention in the MR, you know that this little thumb is of the highest quality in every respect. 3.5 x 2.6 x 2.3 cm

Product details

SpeciesOlivenite
SizeMiniature
Dimensions3.5 x 2.6 x 2.3 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.