Cobaltoan Smithsonite, Tsumeb Mine, Tsumeb, Oshikoto Region, Namibia - Tsumeb Mine, Namibia

No, this is not cuprite! - EarthWonders Newsletter #7

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Details
ColorsPink
SizeSmall
Dimensions5.4 x 3.7 x 2.0 cm
Species
Description
This pieces features large sharp pink crystals of smithsonite with great luster. The color of this piece is an excellent saturated pink. If you are a Tsumeb or smithsonite collector you know how hard it is to get a really good quality cobaltoan from this locality. Ex Blain Bard, H. Siegmund
Known provenanceKnowing where your specimen comes from and who owned it adds to its story and value. Good provenance helps prove it's authentic and preserves important details about its discovery.
Arvada, Colorado, USA

Unknown previous owners

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