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Rosasite and Cerussite

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Large, attractive cabinet specimen composed of two-tone Rosasite and lustrous, gemmy Cerussite crystals. The Rosasite is either a deep forest-green, which are the terminations of radial acicular needles up to 10 mm, or a light, complex crust composed of partially terminated needles. This lighter Rosasite has a much higher luster, and the contrast between the two is appealing as the colors and habit complement each other. Scattered on the surface are several gemmy Cerussite crystals which range up to 9 mm. These Cerussites have very good luster and nice form. Overall, a very good combination piece from the world's greatest mine (ditto on that for all of these!)

Product details

SizeCabinet
Dimensions12.0 x 8.0 x 3.5 cm
Added on10/23/2024

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
08/2024Unknown OwnerNot 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.