Torbernite, Musonoi Mine, Kolwezi, Lualaba, DR Congo - image 1
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Torbernite, Musonoi Mine, Kolwezi, Lualaba, DR Congo

Unknown Owner
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

Species
TorberniteAbout Torbernite →
SizeMiniature
Dimensions4.2 x 3.5 x 2.4 cm
Added on11/06/2024
Locality
DR Congo, Lualaba, Musonoi MineRegional guide →

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
—Unknown Owner$1,500.00
—DanZ RockshopNot disclosed

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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 is the classic African expression of the species: deep emerald to blackish green, square tabular crystals with a wet vitreous to almost metallic luster, often stacked in tight bladed aggregates across quartzitic or malachite-stained matrix. The best pieces have a quality that is immediately recognizable—transparent green panes with sharp tetragonal outlines, bright edges, and enough thickness to show color without becoming opaque. Fine examples from Musonoi are not merely “good for Congo”; they belong in the front rank of world torbernite localities.