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Wulfenite on Dolomite

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Crystals of Wulfenite measuring to 1cm are sparsely scattered over white-grey Dolomite on a Pyrite-Chalcocite matrix, from the Tsumeb Mine, Namibia. Crystals of Wulfenite display a prominent two generation phase growth. The first phase as yellow-brown bevel edged crystals partly to completly over grown by lustrous black zone of Wulfenite.

Product details

Species
Dolomite, WulfeniteAbout Dolomite →
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions4.1 x 7.0 x 2.9 cm
Added on10/24/2024
Locality
Namibia, Oshikoto Region, TsumebRegional guide →

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
07/2026Unknown Owner$550.00
—Crystal ClassicsNot 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.