Wulfenite Var. Chillagite With Smithsonite and Molybdenum
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This is a superb, rare specimen of the variety of wulfenite once referred to as "chilagite," and which is colored by minute inclusions of molybdenum. They only occurred twice, to my knowledge, in good quality crystals at this famous old mine. This piece is the gemmier style, and shows sharp edges and sharp inclusions. It is a rare treasure from Tsumeb and a competition-level thumbnail. Minor smithsonite is in association.
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SpeciesWulfenite, Smithsonite
SizeThumbnail
Dimensions2.3 x 2.3 x 1.2 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityNamibia, Oshikoto Region, Tsumeb
Current owner
Unknown Owner
Previous owners
| Date | Collector | Acquisition price |
|---|---|---|
| — | The Arkenstone | Not disclosed |
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Mineral guide
Learn about Wulfenite
brilliant warm colors and square crystals; prized for rarity of pristine specimens and famed localities like Red Cloud, Touissit, Ojuela.
Regional guide
Wulfenite from Tsumeb, Namibia
from Tsumeb, Namibia offers a spectrum of colors from honey-yellow to blue, with varied habits and rich paragenesis that attract advanced collectors.Locality guide
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