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Olivenite

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Crystals of lustrous, deep-green Olivenite, to 5 mm, richly populate a light gray matrix. These doubly-terminated Olivenites are spread out across the piece, and theit multiple angles help create a nice, balanced aesthetic. A photo of this specimen may be seen on page 48 in 'Minerals of Namibia' by Shields and Frances Flynn.

Product details

SpeciesOlivenite
SizeThumbnail
Dimensions1.8 x 1.4 x 1.3 cm
Added on10/23/2024

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
08/2024Unknown OwnerNot disclosed
The ArkenstoneNot disclosed

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Olivenite
Mineral guide
Learn about Olivenite
, copper arsenate hydroxide; olive to yellow-green crystals with varied habits, prized by collectors from Cornwall to Tsumeb and Cap Garonne.
Olivenite
Regional guide
Olivenite from Tsumeb Mine, Namibia
from Tsumeb Mine, Namibia — connoisseur’s arsenate prized for olive- to forest-green crystals, dramatic habit, and valuable provenance.