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Tennantite, Wulfenite, Dolomite

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An aesthetic specimen of two, sharp, matte-black, tennantite tetrahedrons to 1.2 cm nicely perched on matrix covered with lustrous, pink dolomite rhombs from Tsumeb. The upper-right tennantite crystal gives an extra bonus. The crystal is twinned and has tiny wulfenites on it! Ex Ed Ruggiero Collection, who purchased this piece from the Zweibels (Mineral Kingdom) in 1976. 5.0 x 4.9 x 3.8 cm

Product details

SpeciesDolomite, Wulfenite, Tennantite
SizeMiniature
Dimensions5.0 x 4.9 x 3.8 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityNamibia, Oshikoto Region, Tsumeb

Known provenance

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

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Dolomite
Mineral guide
Learn about Dolomite
classic carbonate prized for sculptural rhombohedra, luster, and colors from snow-white to pink, including cobaltoan varieties; ideal for cabinets.
Dolomite
Regional guide
Dolomite from Tsumeb, Namibia
from Tsumeb, Namibia — a diverse carbonate with hollow casts, epimorphs, and color variety, prized for paragenesis, display, and collectibility.