Malachite, Copper, Smithsonite
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A fine and uncommon pseudomorph from the Tsumeb Mine of malachite pseudomorphing copper plates. The way the pseudomorphs are 90 degrees or perpendicular to one another is beautiful. The pseudomorphs are on a crusty matrix of sparkly, bubbly, two-toned smithsonite.
Product details
SpeciesCopper, Malachite, Smithsonite
SizeMiniature
Dimensions4.7 x 3.4 x 2.7 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityNamibia, Oshikoto Region, Tsumeb
Known provenance
| Date | Collector | Acquisition price |
|---|---|---|
| 08/2024 | Unknown Owner | Not disclosed |
| — | The Arkenstone | Not disclosed |
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Mineral guide
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native copper with spinel-twinned crystals and arborescences; notable from Lake Superior, Itauz, Dongchuan, Corocoro, prized for color and localities.Regional guide
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