Torbernite from Musonoi Mine, Kolwezi, Mutshatsha, Lualaba, DR Congo - image 1
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Torbernite from Musonoi Mine, Kolwezi, Mutshatsha, Lualaba, DR Congo - image 3
Torbernite from Musonoi Mine, Kolwezi, Mutshatsha, Lualaba, DR Congo - image 4

Torbernite from Musonoi Mine, Kolwezi, Mutshatsha, Lualaba, DR Congo

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A nice intense green Torbernite in excellent condition from the Musonoi Mine in the Congo which is widely regarded as one of the best localities in the world for this species. Please note this is a radioactive mineral specimen, please only purchase this specimen if you are familiar with radioactive specimens. Ex. Mel Bersch

Product details

SpeciesTorbernite
SizeMiniature
Dimensions4.2 x 3.5 x 2.4 cm
Added on11/06/2024
LocalityDR Congo, Lualaba, Musonoi Mine
Current owner
Unknown Owner
Acquired
Mar 2025
Price paid
$1,500.00
Previous owners
DateCollectorAcquisition price
—DanZ RockshopNot disclosed

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Torbernite
Mineral guide
Learn about Torbernite
emerald-green, square tabular crystals with luster; vivid color, hydration (12H2O) vs metatorbernite, and uraniferous deposits boost appeal.
Torbernite
Regional guide
Torbernite from Musonoi Mine, DR Congo
Musonoi torbernite from Kolwezi, DR Congo - emerald-green, square tabular crystals with sharp outlines; prized for its classic locality and strong provenance.
Locality guide
Musonoi Mine
Musonoi Mine, DR Congo - renowned Katangan locality yielding cuprosklodowskite, torbernite, sklodowskite, and malachite; a type locality prized by collectors.