Dolomite (Var: Cobaltoan Dolomite), Cerussite - image 1
Dolomite (Var: Cobaltoan Dolomite), Cerussite - image 2
Dolomite (Var: Cobaltoan Dolomite), Cerussite - image 3
Dolomite (Var: Cobaltoan Dolomite), Cerussite - image 4

Dolomite (Var: Cobaltoan Dolomite), Cerussite

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A beautiful, vivid pink cobaltoan dolomite crust from Tsumeb with one side having the very rare association of glassy cerussite crystals. One cerussite cluster is a cyclic-twin and the other is a cluster of blades. This side is also sprinkled with cerussite microcrystals. We have never seen a pink Tsumeb dolomite with cerussite before. You usually see wulfenite crystals. Ex. Wes Parker Collection.

Product details

SpeciesDolomite, Cerussite
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions6.4 x 3.9 x 2.1 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.