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Olivenite

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A remarkable specimen in that, unlike most Tsumeb olivenites I have seen, we here have a fine euhedral crystal instead of a mammilary mass or acicular crystal. Isolated oliventites of this quality and size (to 1.3 cm) are extremely rare, and this has the fortune of being a display-worthy and attractive specimen as well as a significant rarity. 4 x 3.5 x 2 cm

Product details

SpeciesOlivenite
SizeMiniature
Dimensions4.0 x 3.5 x 2.0 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.