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Cerussite, Adamite (Var: Cuprian Adamite)

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A BEAUTIFUL and aesthetic Tsumeb specimen of a very gemmy, lustrous, undamaged, smoky, reticulated cerussite crystal attached to matrix with nicely contrasting nest of tiny, gemmy, green, cuprian adamite crystals. The terminations are complete around the top and to the backside, though on the backside it is coated. An excellent and uncommon Tsumeb association specimen from the ROB SMITH personal collection (he is a well known South African dealer). 5.6 x 4.4 x 2.7 cm

Product details

SpeciesCerussite, Adamite
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions5.6 x 4.4 x 2.7 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityNamibia, Oshikoto Region, Tsumeb

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
08/2024Unknown OwnerNot disclosed
—The ArkenstoneNot disclosed

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