Aragonite Var. TARNOWITZITE
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Prismatic Tarnowitzite crystals measuring to 1.9 cm form a domed spikey hedgehog habit from the Tsumeb mine in Namibia. Tarnowitzite is the lead rich variety of Aragonite. The crystals have pure white cores, made visible where odd crystals have been broken. The outer surface is essentially cream but tinted a subtle greenish yellow with all crystals having bright glassy lustre. The hexagonal crystals have steep pyramidal terminations and under LWUV the entire specimen fluoresces a reasonably bright lemon-yellow. As indicated, a few crystals are broken towards their base, about five, and these are distributed across the specimen.
Product details
SpeciesAragonite
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions6.7 x 4.1 x 5.1 cm
Added on10/24/2024
LocalityNamibia, Oshikoto Region, Tsumeb
Known provenance
| Date | Collector | Acquisition price |
|---|---|---|
| 07/2026 | Unknown Owner | $2,500.00 |
| — | Crystal Classics | Not disclosed |
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dramatic flos-ferri growths and pastel sprays; prized for sculptural forms, rarity of pristine pieces, and historic European localities.Regional guide
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