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Tennantite

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An aesthetic cluster of large, sharp tennantite crystals, dominated by a 4.3 cm crystal, and mostly coated by a thin layer of rust-colored quartz. This showy piece is from Tsumeb. The large crystal is undamaged and the two bruised corners on the smaller crystal are certainly not detracting. These are large tennantite crsytals for Tsumeb and this is a highly representative piece. 5.6 x 5.6 x 5.1 cm

Product details

SpeciesTennantite
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions5.6 x 5.6 x 5.1 cm
Added on10/23/2024

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
08/2024Unknown OwnerNot disclosed
The ArkenstoneNot disclosed

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Mineral guide
Learn about Tennantite
sharp tetrahedral crystals with gunmetal luster, prized by collectors for classic localities, rarity, and display-worthy specimens.
Tennantite
Regional guide
Tennantite from Tsumeb, Namibia
from Tsumeb, Namibia: steel-gray tetrahedra on dolomite or quartz, prized by collectors for rarity, contrast, and the iconic type locality.