Cerussite (Twinned) on Duftite - image 1
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Cerussite (Twinned) on Duftite - image 3
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Cerussite (Twinned) on Duftite

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Let me start off by saying that this is a truly fabulous combination piece consisting of excellent examples of both species. The gemmy Cerussites all have excellent clarity and luster, and the largest is 3 cm in size and sharply twinned! The drusy Duftite matrix has excellent color and superb luster, as well. The large crystal is pristine save for one tiny ding in a crevasse on a back face. The large Cerussite twin is freestanding and complete all around, otherwise. The one contacted Cerussite (shown in the upper-right photo on the far right side of the piece) suffers very little for it and is trivial anyhow, as you can see in the other three display angles. A terrific specimen Purchased from the Zweibels in 1978.

Product details

SizeMiniature
Dimensions4.3 x 4.3 x 4.3 cm
Added on10/23/2024

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
08/2024Unknown OwnerNot disclosed
The ArkenstoneNot 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.
    Cerussite (Twinned) on Duftite - Tsumeb, Oshikoto Region, Namibia