$2,125Median
16Sold (12 mo)
$1,500Last sale
Phosgenite
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Phosgenite, lead chlorocarbonate, is one of Tsumeb’s much rarer mineral species with specimens hardly ever available for sale. This miniature comprises a longitudinal crystal section of Phosgenite with a partial pinacoid termination. The prism’s back face is coated with a creamy, vitreous, granular mineral, either Cerussite or light coloured Phosgenite. The prism is dark chocolate brown, containing light tan zones parallel to the termination. The termination is intensely deep brown with a matt lustre resulting from its micro-stippled surface texture. Across the top of the pinacoid is a line of small translucent pale lemon Cerussite crystals forming micro-prisms and plates. The specimen displays a fine glassy to waxy lustre across its faces. A great miniature of this very rare species from Tsumeb.\n
Product details
SpeciesPhosgenite
SizeMiniature
Dimensions2.7 x 4.2 x 1.3 cm
Added on10/24/2024
LocalityNamibia, Oshikoto Region, Tsumeb
Current owner
Unknown Owner
Previous owners
| Date | Collector | Acquisition price |
|---|---|---|
| — | Crystal Classics | Not disclosed |
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