Goethite, Calcite, Feldspar Group
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A bizarre and not so ugly pseudomorph for a brown on white mineral specimen. A sharp, disc-shaped, 3.5-cm calcite has here been completely replaced by goethite, which preserved the original form perfectly. Aesthetic. Ex. Charlie Key.
Product details
SizeMiniature
Dimensions4.5 x 3.4 x 2.3 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityNamibia, Erongo Region, Erongo Mountains
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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