Cuprian Smithsonite with Cerussite
Unknown Owner
Equant, dodecahedral crystals of Cuprian Smithsonite are richly scattered over a matrix of massive Calcite mixed with an unidentified light apple green copper arsenate, probably Duftite. The Smithsonite forms gemmy pastel peppermint crystals of up to almost 4 mm diameter, mainly occurring as individual crystals scattered over a bed of opaque, snow white Calcite micro-crystals. A few colourless and glassy Cerussite crystals sit in a small vug at on side. A lovely miniature of Cuprian Smithsonite from Tsumeb mine in the Oshikoto Region of Namibia.
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SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions5.7 x 4.7 x 2.5 cm
Added on10/24/2024
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| Date | Collector | Acquisition price |
|---|---|---|
| — | Unknown Owner | $300.00 |
| — | Crystal Classics | Not disclosed |
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lead carbonate famed for adamantine luster, dramatic V-twins and snowflake reticulations; prized from Tsumeb, Mibladen and Ojuela.
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