Mottramite, Dolomite (Var: Cobaltoan Dolomite) - image 1

Mottramite, Dolomite (Var: Cobaltoan Dolomite)

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A fine combination specimen from the Tsumeb Mine and Rob Smith Collection. Green mottramite coats a concave crust of cobaltoan dolomite casted after calcite rhombs. Unusual and uncommon Tsumeb material.

Product details

SpeciesDolomite, Mottramite
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions8.0 x 7.0 x 3.3 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.