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Olivenite, Germanite

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A 2.8 cm vug is richly lined with sparkly, triangular, dark olive-green olivenite crystals on this fine, old-time specimen from the Tsumeb Mine. Olivenite actually richly infuses the matrix and malachite and azurite are a nice accent. The matrix also has massive germanite ore. An interesting and weighty combination piece. Classic material from the Mullane Collection and comes with an old Burminco label dated July, 1951, just after the mine reopened following World War II.

Product details

SpeciesOlivenite
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions5.5 x 4.3 x 3.7 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.