Libethenite on Pseudomalachite
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Totally covering a thin crust of matrix is a bubbly surface of drusy, spherical, lustrous, deep green pseudomalachite. Perched on the pseudomalachite are lustrous, green-black crystals of libethenite, to 3 mm across. Ex Bill Pinch collection. He obtained it from mine engineer Warren Taylor. A rare piece, both for the locale and the combination of species, this is the only one I have seen for sale until now. I am told these came out in the 1980s.
Product details
SpeciesLibethenite, Pseudomalachite
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions7.7 x 4.3 x 2.2 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalitySouth Africa, Northern Cape, N'Chwaning III Mine
Known provenance
| Date | Collector | Acquisition price |
|---|---|---|
| 08/2024 | Unknown Owner | Not disclosed |
| — | The Arkenstone | Not disclosed |
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striking bottle-green copper phosphate with sharp, glassy crystals; prized for rarity and top localities like Tsumeb and Shinkolobwe.Regional guide
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