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Cerussite

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A fine, large, old-time, matrix cluster of intergrown, cyclically-twinned cerussite crystals from the Tsumeb Mine. This is an excellent, two-sided twin of a size and quality that only comes from older, recycled collections. The glassy, slightly beige-colored crystals have fine aesthetics and the large, downward-pointing, "arm" is 4.0 cm long. A large, significant, and just a classic for its type: cyclically-twinned cerussite from the renowned locale. The green microcrystals are probably duftite. Accompanied by an older, faded and torn label. Ex. John Ydren collection from Los Angeles.

Product details

SpeciesCerussite
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions8.4 x 6.7 x 6.5 cm
Added on10/23/2024

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
08/2024Unknown OwnerNot disclosed
The ArkenstoneNot disclosed

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Cerussite
Mineral guide
Learn about Cerussite
lead carbonate famed for adamantine luster, dramatic V-twins and snowflake reticulations; prized from Tsumeb, Mibladen and Ojuela.
Cerussite
Regional guide
Cerussite from Tsumeb Mine, Namibia
from Tsumeb - glassy, architectural crystals with snowflake and honeycomb forms, superb transparency and quality from a famed ore deposit.